Senior Library Assistant (Research Engagement)

We are seeking an enthusiastic team player to join the University Library’s busy and expanding Research Engagement team. You will provide support for the team’s Open Access services including the publications repository, CentAUR.

The Research Engagement team supports the University’s researchers with publications advice, research data management, bibliometrics and digital humanities services and it leads the University’s Open Access and Open Research agendas.

The post holder will

• Support researchers in achieving Open Access in the University’s Institutional Repository, CentAUR
• Share in the team’s administration of Open Access funding
• Assist with the Research Engagement team’s programmes of activities, including training and events 

You will have

• Strong organisational and written skills
• Familiarity with library databases and catalogues
• Experience of data input or editing
• A high level of attention to detail and the ability to work methodically
• Commitment to a high standard of user-focused service delivery

This is an exciting time to join our team and the post holder will benefit from on-the-job training and development opportunities.
This is a campus based job and is best suited to a full time role but applications for part time hours may be considered. We are supportive of the University’s Flexible and Smart working options.  If you would like to discuss this post further, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Closing date - 19/10/2023
Interview date - on campus on 02/11/23

Informal contact details
Contact role: Research Engagement Manager
Contact name: Alison Sutton 
Contact phone: 0118 378 3434
Contact email: a.m.sutton@reading.ac.uk

Alternative informal contact details
Contact role: Research Data Manager
Contact name: Robert Darby
Contact phone: 0118 378 6161
Contact email: r.m.darby@reading.ac.uk

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a  leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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