Research Support Librarian

We are seeking a motivated Research Support Librarian (Grade 6, 0.51 FTE, 19 hours per week, job share) to manage our open access repositories, support postgraduate research students, and lead an exciting project to develop digital creative practice portfolios for REF2029. As a key member of the Library & Learning Services team, this career pathway role offers the opportunity to progress to Grade 7 upon attainment of professional accreditation. We also welcome applicants who already hold a professional accreditation - (Grade 7, 0.51 FTE, 19 hours per week, job share) About the Role You will play a key role in supporting and showcasing the University's research. You will manage and develop our research repositories, ensuring the visibility and impact of academic outputs while supporting the University's Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions. Working closely with researchers, the Research Support Office and academic Schools, you will provide expert guidance on open research, copyright, licensing, data protection and funder compliance, as well as design and deliver engaging training on open research practices. You will also support postgraduate researchers through library skills training and enquiry services, contribute to the ongoing development of Library & Learning Services, and continually enhance your own professional expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of research support and maximise the reach and impact of research across the University.

  • Qualification in library/information management (or appropriate equivalent)
  • Post-qualification experience in a relevant post
  • Understanding of issues relevant to open access publishing, including knowledge of copyright and data protection
  • Ability to plan and deliver research skills training
  • Experience in supporting open access research or research data management
  • Knowledge of the UK Higher Education research environment
  • Post-qualification experience of working in an academic library
  • EPrints or Figshare experience

    Grade 6, part time 19 hours per week, job share with career pathway to Grade 7 dependent on professional accreditation (£17,434 - £19,356 per annum) (£33,951 - £37,694 pro rata)
    • Grade 7, part time 19 hours per week, job share for applicants who already hold a professional accreditation (£19,916 -£22,328 per annum) (£38,784 - £43,482 pro rata)
  • The post-holder may be required to contribute to a rota of evening and/or weekend duties. During which time they may be responsible for the delivery of the entire front-facing service.
  • The post-holder could be required to work at any campus
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