Licensing and Subscriptions Librarian
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14 days ago
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Job Summary
- Burwood or Waterfront hybrid work arrangements
- X 1 Full-time Continuing x1 Part-time (0.5FTE) continuing
- HEW 6 $96276 - $% Superannuation
- Roles to commence Jan & Feb 2026
Benefits for working with us!
At Deakin we offer more than just a job we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong Melbourne and regional Victoria youll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare gyms medical centres cafes accessible public transport and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services ongoing professional development opportunities and inclusive supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow whether youre working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.
As a Licensing and Subscription Librarian you will:
- Investigate the acquisition of new information resources including conducting trials evaluating content and liaising with stakeholders on teaching learning and research requirements
- Complete acquisition and renewal workflows including price negotiation with vendors content and license evaluation and collation of documentation for evaluation
- Adhere to critical timeframes for procurement activities including license expiration dates and CAUL renewal deadlines to ensure uninterrupted access to electronic resources
To be successful youll have:
- Degree and/or postgraduate qualifications in library and information science conferring eligibility for Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training
- Demonstrated experience in information resource procurement processes preferably in the higher education sector
- Demonstrated knowledge/experience in integrated library management systems
- Experience in using a variety of software applications and library operating systems
Heres how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role please contact Catherine King (Manager Licensing Subscriptions) via email at
For a copy of the position description please see below:
PD #577660 Licensing and Subscriptions
Applications for this position close on Tuesday 11th November.
Are You Ready
Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile dynamic and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.
We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities cultures sexual orientation and genders.
Key Skills
- Organisational skills
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Research skills
- Teamwork
- Computer and Internet Literacy
- Leadership Experience
- Attention to detail
- Adaptable
About Company
Deakin is Australia's 9th largest university with over 44,000 students, of whom approximately a fifth are international students from over 100 countries. We have more than 8,000 international students from over 100 different countries 40% of our domestic students, and 28% of our in ... View more
