Assistant Librarian I (carrying the job title of “Head, New Asia College Li at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Librarianship, Information Science, Academic Liaison, Digital Literacy, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Training, Supervision

Industry

Higher Education

Description

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative Librarian to manage the Upper Campus Libraries (New Asia College Library and United College Library). The successful applicant would also provide liaison services to various departments within the Faculty of Arts. Faculty Liaison and Learning Services encompasses working with academic staff to support their teaching and research, as well as providing digital/information literacy training and support services for our students. Applicants should have (i) a good university degree plus a postgraduate qualification in Librarianship and Information Science or related discipline; (ii) normally a minimum of six years’ relevant professional experience, including three years at a supervisory level; (iii) sound knowledge and understanding of academic liaison activities and digital/information literacy in a University setting; (iv) knowledge and experience in delivering programmes and services particularly for users focused around digital/information literacy; (v) demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the Library, with faculty and College members and university administrative departments; (vi) excellent written and oral communication skills; and (vii) proficiency in English and Chinese is desirable. Reporting to the Deputy University Librarian, the appointee will (a) manage the Upper Campus Libraries including staff supervision; (b) provide liaison services to CUHK Faculties and Colleges, ensuring strong communication between the Library and faculty and colleges, and the development of services and collections to meet the university’s curricular and research needs; (c) create, promote and deliver digital/information literacy training and activities; (d) develop and enhance appropriate learning resources; and (e) perform other tasks as assigned. Shift duties in the evenings, at weekends or on public holidays at library helpdesks are required. Appointment will initially be made on a contract basis for two years, renewable subject to mutual agreement. The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will manage the Upper Campus Libraries and provide liaison services to various departments within the Faculty of Arts. Responsibilities include staff supervision, communication with faculty, and delivering digital/information literacy training.