Academic Liaison Librarian - Part-Time - Contract - BirminghamA University in Birmingham has a new contract job opportunity for a Part-Time Academic Liaison Librarian.?The position is available as a maternity cover contract, with part-time hours of 18.5 hours per week, including some weekends.?The post holder will provide specialist library support for the learning and teaching activities of a specified University curriculum area.You will focus on the development of specialist, curriculum focused academic and information skills, and of courses and programmes.You will require excellent interpersonal and team working skills, and the ability to liaise with academic colleagues and work collaboratively across the institution.Further Job Responsibilities will include:- Plan, deliver and evaluate teaching activities for students and staff in academic and information skills- Work strategically with academic staff in a given area on curriculum planning and delivery- Act as a point of expertise within the Institution for the development of academic and information skills, contributing to the delivery of library enquiry services, including physical and virtual enquiry services, and responding to specialist subject-based enquiries- Make creative use of digital platforms and teaching strategies to provide an engaging digital learning environment and develop innovative methods for reaching students.The ideal candidate will possess a Library and Information qualification and relevant experience in a similar position.Further Job and Person Requirements include:A good standard of digital skills.Experience in developing information and digital literacy, academic skills, study skills, research skills or related areas.Digital Learning ExperienceStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExperience of working in HE / FE is desirable.To be considered for this and other Library job vacancies please apply with your CV.
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Academic Liaison Librarian - Part-Time - Contract - Birmingham
TFPL & Sue Hill Recruitment
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 4 days
Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England
£24,000 - £28,800 per annum
Full Time
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- A University in Birmingham is offering a part-time contract position for an Academic Liaison Librarian, covering maternity leave for 18.5 hours per week, including some weekends.
- The role involves providing specialist library support for a designated curriculum area, focusing on developing academic and information skills courses and programs.
- Candidates should have a Library and Information qualification, relevant experience in a similar role, and strong digital skills, particularly in developing information and digital literacy.
- Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate with academic staff on curriculum planning and delivery.
- The salary for this position is competitive, and experience in higher or further education is desirable.