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Part Time Research Support Librarian (Job Share)

Bath Spa University

Job Location:

Bath - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 38784 - 43482

Posted: 8 August 2026 (13 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 5 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Research Support Librarian (Grade 6 0.51 FTE 19 hours per week job share) to manage our open access repositories support postgraduate research students and lead an exciting project to develop digital creative practice portfolios for REF2029.

As a key member of the Library & Learning Services team this career pathway role offers the opportunity to progress to Grade 7 upon attainment of professional accreditation.

We also welcome applicants who already hold a professional accreditation - (Grade 7 0.51 FTE 19 hours per week job share)

About the Role

You will play a key role in supporting and showcasing the Universitys research. You will manage and develop our research repositories ensuring the visibility and impact of academic outputs while supporting the Universitys Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions.

Working closely with researchers the Research Support Office and academic Schools you will provide expert guidance on open research copyright licensing data protection and funder compliance as well as design and deliver engaging training on open research practices.

You will also support postgraduate researchers through library skills training and enquiry services contribute to the ongoing development of Library & Learning Services and continually enhance your own professional expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of research support and maximise the reach and impact of research across the University.

About You

Qualification in library/information management (or appropriate equivalent)
Post-qualification experience in a relevant post
Understanding of issues relevant to open access publishing including knowledge of copyright and data protection
Ability to plan and deliver research skills training
Experience in supporting open access research or research data management
Knowledge of the UK Higher Education research environment
Post-qualification experience of working in an academic library
EPrints or Figshare experience

For further information on the essential and desirable skills were looking for please refer to the attached Job Description.

Additional Information

Salary Grade 6 - Starting from 17434 rising to 19356 per annum pro rata 33951 - 37694

Salary Grade 7 - Starting from 19916 rising to 22328 per annum pro rata 38784 - 43482

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range unless there are exceptional circumstances.

This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 1.5 working days on campus

- Grade 6 part time 19 hours per week job share with career pathway to Grade 7 dependent on professional accreditation

- Grade 7 part time 19 hours per week job share for applicants who already hold a professional accreditation

The post-holder may be required to contribute to a rota of evening and/or weekend duties. During which time they may be responsible for the delivery of the entire front-facing service.
The post-holder could be required to work at any campus

Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU including

Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teachers Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life post-retirement
Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: friendly policies including hybrid working flexible work environment on-site nursery and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments wellbeing support and advice and access to counselling
Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
Wide range of discounts and financial benefits accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits have a look at our rewards page: reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

Please find attached a copy of the Grade 6 and Grade 7 Job Descriptions

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