Collection Development Librarian

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  • Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
  • Duration: Continuing Role
  • Remuneration: Level 6 from $103, % superannuation + leave loading
  • Location: Kensington, NSW (hybrid flexible working)

This Job is based in Australia
  • Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
  • Duration: Continuing Role
  • Remuneration: Level 6 from $103, % superannuation + leave loading
  • Location: Kensington, NSW (hybrid flexible working)

About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It's the reason we're one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters

The Collection Development Librarian plays a vital role in supporting the work of the Collection Development and Policy Unit by delivering high-quality collection development services, informed advice, and effective support to both internal and external clients. This position is responsible for gathering and analysing statistical data and trends from a variety of sources to support collection development decision-makings. In addition, the role involves regular engagement with publishing vendors and scholarly information providers to ensure that negotiated pricing, licensing terms, and conditions are accurately reflected in all invoices and contractual agreements on behalf of UNSW Library.

Main Responsibilities Summary
  • Collate and provide statistical data and trend analysis on Library subscriptions and acquisitions. Report this information, both formally and informally, to key library stakeholders to support excellence in collection development decision making.
  • Prepare data analysis and evidence on use, access conditions, pricing, and supplier evaluation for relevant Library staff to assist in collection development decision making.
  • Provide support to the Associate Director, Collection Development Strategies & Policy with the Library's subscription renewal, one-off purchases, and other collection processes during the year.
  • Under the direction of the Associate Director, Collection Development Strategies & Policy, undertake collection related projects as approved by the Library Executive Team.
  • Work closely with other Library units involved in collection development to provide timely advice, support, and information and to coordinate vendor visits.
  • Organise vendor trials and training sessions for staff across the university on the use of the Library's electronic resources.

Who You Are
  • A degree from a higher education institution, with subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience. Eligibility for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association would be well regarded.
  • Sound understanding of issues, challenges, and trends in collection development within academic publishing environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), numeracy and stakeholder negotiation skills.
  • Strong understanding of the needs of students and academic staff in the provision of scholarly information resources supporting learning, teaching and research in higher education.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of technologies, systems, and software applications, especially in relation to delivering collection services.
  • Demonstrated experience in collecting, interpreting, and reporting complex information and data, especially as applied to collection development processes.
  • Experience providing influential input into collection development policies and procedures including approval plans, resource reviews and collection services workflow procedures.

Candidates need to have full time ongoing working rights for the role – no sponsorship is available.

Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
  • Access to up to 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
  • Additional 3 days of leave over the end of the year period
  • Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
Recruitment process: Please submit your resume and a cover letter (separately), addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing those 3 questions (200 words max per question):
  • Describe your understanding of Collection Development including key issues, challenges and emerging trends within an Academic Library.
  • Share your experience in collating, analysing and evaluating data to inform decision-making.
  • Tell us about a time when you worked with a team to meet a goal under a tight deadline. What was your role? How did the team collaborate to achieve success?

You can send via the 'Apply Now' button. A copy of the Position Description can be found on .

Applications close: Thursday 14th August at 8pm.

Get in touch for questions or support: Baichen Zhao, Associate Director Collections Development via e-mail

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionEducation
  • IndustriesHigher Education and Research Services

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