* Permanent/continuing, full-time appointment
* Base Salary $94,998 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata)
We are seeking a Research & Engagement Librarian to deliver high-quality research support services across the University. In this role, you will work closely with researchers, students, and staff, providing guidance across the research lifecycle, from discovery and publishing through to research impact and profile development. You will build strong relationships and contribute to a connected and supportive research environment.
About Us
The University is a globally recognised institution with a strong reputation for excellence in research and teaching, welcoming students from over 130 countries and operating across multiple international campuses. Our Library Services Division sits at the heart of the research ecosystem, driving innovation, engagement and collaboration to support a thriving research community.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong relationships with researchers and key stakeholders across the University.
* Deliver expert research support services to staff and students at all stages of the research lifecycle.
* Support library-wide services, initiatives and strategic projects.
* Monitor trends and developments in research, scholarly communication, higher education and research sectors.
* Contribute to continuous improvement through evidence-based practice and innovation.
About You
You are a collaborative and relationship-focused Library professional with experience supporting researchers across the research lifecycle. You bring sound judgement, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. You support researchers to find, evaluate, and use scholarly information effectively, and are comfortable working with library resources, research tools, and platforms. You contribute to areas such as scholarly communication, open access, and research visibility, helping researchers engage with the broader research environment.
Essential Requirements
* A relevant degree and/or equivalent professional experience, with eligibility for ALIA associate membership highly regarded.
* Experience delivering Library research support, including advanced research skills, scholarly publishing, research impact and researcher profile management.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
* Strong analytical, research and reporting capabilities.
* Demonstrated ability to apply evidence-based approaches to drive improvements.
How to apply
Applicants are requested to submit a resume, cover letter, and a response to each selection criterion.
If you would like further information about this opportunity, please contact Amy Hardy, Team Leader Library Academic Services, ****@uow.edu.au
Closing Date: Sunday 24th May 2026, 11.55 PM
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait IslanderAustralians.
ABOUT US
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.
Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.