Liaison Librarian (CST/CEB)

Ever wanted to work in an institution that is home to one of the world's great collections of cultural treasures and research materials?

Spanning thousands of years of human thought and discovery, Cambridge University Libraries and Archives house unique treasures and research materials made up of nearly ten million books, maps, manuscripts, photographs and priceless objects.

The University of Cambridge Libraries and Archives is a fundamental part of the Cambridge West Innovation District, a dynamic and expanding environment for world-changing research and innovation. At the heart of this vibrant interdisciplinary community is the West Hub, a distinctive space for learning, collaboration, and socialising that reflects a modern University approach to shared resources and integrated library services.

The role 

This is an exciting opportunity for a Liaison Librarian to work with the Cambridge West Team, to support library services across designated departments with responsibilities for teaching, research support and collection development, contributing to the needs of a diverse academic community within an innovative and forward-looking setting.

As Liaison Librarian (CST/CEB) you will

• Deliver library services across the West Cambridge Site.
• Lead on Academic liaison with the designated Departments.
• Lead on training sessions in these areas and support colleagues more generally across West Cambridge.
• Support the West Hub Library Manager to shape library services across Cambridge West based on department's needs. 

What we are looking for

• A professional enthusiastic about building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience of developing and delivering training.
• Enthusiastic about promoting library services through outreach, guidance and personalised support.
• Proactive and innovative in finding solutions.
• Flexible to work at and visit multiple buildings.

What we offer

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days.
• Exceptional parental leave (including maternity, paternity / co-parent, adoption and shared parental leave).
• Discounts on major retailers.
• Professional development opportunities such as apprenticeships and access to a variety of training courses.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

For informal enquiries please contact Daniele Campello, West Hub Library Manager on dc718@cam.ac.uk

Application closing date: Sunday 5 July 2026.

Interview date: Thursday 16 July 2026

For further details please refer to the Further Particulars.

Please quote reference VI49847 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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