UQ Library
Full time
,
fixed-term position for up to
5
years
Based at
our
St Lucia
location
About This Opportunity
The University of Queensland Library equips the UQ community with the information and skills to thrive in today's complex information society. As a key strategic partner and connector across the University the library shares knowledge, information, inspiration, and joy for learning in a welcoming, accessible space.
The University Librarian provides strategic leadership and management of the University Library, supporting and enhancing the University's mission and its strategic
objectives
in research, learning, discovery, and engagement within an increasingly digital environment.
This role also
provides
the opportunity
to oversee one of the largest collections in Australia
with 7,160 cultural and heritage collections,
over 200,000 journals and more than 2.5 million
books.
In partnership with a team of
passionate and collaborative
Library Directors, the University Librarian works with senior leadership across the University to develop, promote, and provide access to scholarly collections and resources, information research skills development programs, physical and virtual learning spaces, and scholarly communication initiatives across multiple sites, meeting individual campus and faculty needs.
For more information about this opportunity,
please click here to view the complete appointment booklet
.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the chance to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life,



you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of
benefits and rewards
are available.
About You
Our next University Librarian will not only have exceptional experience within a scholarly environment in conjunction with
a relevant postgraduate qualification,
but they will also
be an energetic and collaborative leader, excited by the opportunity to join an already flourishing team.
Their commitment to respectful stewardship of indigenous knowledges and collections
will extend to their passion for innovation in this space and
support for the larger library team to continue to pursue
exciting opportunities to engage with community.
Not only will the University Librarian come from a background of
demonstrated
strategic leadership
,
but their
proven experience in technology-
driven operation will be critical in
ensuring the continued success of UQ Library
in
collaborat
ion
, innovat
ion
and data-driven support to the wider student and research community.
Enquiries
If
you'd
like to have a confidential discussion, please contact
Paige Willemse (Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition) and Lachlan Inch (Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition)
via
******
.
Want to Apply?
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered,



please ensure you upload:
Resume
Cover letter
summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues.
We're
dedicated to
equity, diversity, and inclusion
, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community.
We're
committed to attracting,
retaining
, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia's First Nations Peoples.
If you require an alternative method to
submit
your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact
******
.
Other Information
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks, and other role-specific requirements such as First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package.
You can find out more about life in
Australia's Sunshine State here
.
UQ is committed to a fair,
equitable
and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face
additional
barriers and challenges which have
impacted
and/or continue to
impact
their career trajectory. Candidates who
don't
meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and
demonstrate
their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance
relative
to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close
Sunday
22
February ****
at *****pm AEST (R-
*****
).

📌 University Librarian (Brisbane)
🏢 UQ College
📍 Brisbane