Subject Librarian
Institution Info
Palmerston North, Auckland or Wellington, Multiple Locations, New Zealand Phone: 06 951 9000
Web Site: www.massey.ac.nz/
Institution Profile
Job ID:
OP_L_398_05/25
Location:
Auckland, AUK
Job Views:
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Job Description:
OP_L_398_05/25
Professional Grade 6 68,864 - 97,902
Office of the Provost
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time
Position Overview
“Tiakina te pukapuka hei taonga mātauranga, hei putanga ki te ao mātauranga”
He reo karanga tēnei nā Te Putanga ki Te Ao Mātauranga ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ki te tangata e hiahia ana kia mahi ki tō mātou whare pukapuka.
Massey University is a world-leading institution known for its research connected to community and industry. We are committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university, upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our educators prepare a new generation of global leaders, and our library is a trusted partner in research, teaching, and learning.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Subject Librarian to support teaching, learning and research activities from our Auckland campus. This permanent, full-time role sits within a small, high-performing team reporting to the Manager, Library Information & Research Services. You’ll primarily work with staff and students from the Colleges of Sciences and Humanities & Social Sciences, though this may evolve over time, so flexibility and adaptability are essential.
You’ll partner with subject librarians across all three campuses, contributing to a range of teaching and research initiatives, including non-course related learning opportunities. This is a role for someone who enjoys sharing knowledge, collaborating across disciplines, and supporting academic success and innovation through library services.
Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities
Information & Digital Literacy: Deliver course-integrated workshops, develop asynchronous learning content, and provide individualised support using tools like EndNote and other bibliographic software.
Research Support: Guide academic staff and students in literature discovery, publishing, open access, researcher profiles, and research impact measurement.
Outreach & Advocacy: Build strong relationships with academic staff, promote library services, and advocate for good information literacy practice.
Teamwork & Professional Development: Stay current with trends in academic librarianship, participate in projects, and contribute to strategic library initiatives.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Qualifications and experience
Ngā painga o te mahi ki Massey | Why Massey?
Massey University values and invests in its people. As a member of our team, you will enjoy:
Remuneration will be reflective of skills and experience within the Grade 6 ($68,864 - $97,902) range. If you’re passionate about academic libraries, enabling student success, and supporting the research mission of a university that’s making a difference, then we want to hear from you.
Empower discovery. Enable learning. Elevate research. Join Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University.
To view/download the job description, please click on the file below
JD - Subject Librarian
Closing: 01/06/2025 21:30:00
Professional Grade 6 68,864 - 97,902
Office of the Provost
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time
Position Overview
“Tiakina te pukapuka hei taonga mātauranga, hei putanga ki te ao mātauranga”
He reo karanga tēnei nā Te Putanga ki Te Ao Mātauranga ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa ki te tangata e hiahia ana kia mahi ki tō mātou whare pukapuka.
Massey University is a world-leading institution known for its research connected to community and industry. We are committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university, upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our educators prepare a new generation of global leaders, and our library is a trusted partner in research, teaching, and learning.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Subject Librarian to support teaching, learning and research activities from our Auckland campus. This permanent, full-time role sits within a small, high-performing team reporting to the Manager, Library Information & Research Services. You’ll primarily work with staff and students from the Colleges of Sciences and Humanities & Social Sciences, though this may evolve over time, so flexibility and adaptability are essential.
You’ll partner with subject librarians across all three campuses, contributing to a range of teaching and research initiatives, including non-course related learning opportunities. This is a role for someone who enjoys sharing knowledge, collaborating across disciplines, and supporting academic success and innovation through library services.
Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities
Information & Digital Literacy: Deliver course-integrated workshops, develop asynchronous learning content, and provide individualised support using tools like EndNote and other bibliographic software.
Research Support: Guide academic staff and students in literature discovery, publishing, open access, researcher profiles, and research impact measurement.
Outreach & Advocacy: Build strong relationships with academic staff, promote library services, and advocate for good information literacy practice.
Teamwork & Professional Development: Stay current with trends in academic librarianship, participate in projects, and contribute to strategic library initiatives.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Qualifications and experience
- A degree and a recognised professional library qualification
- Previous experience in a tertiary or academic library setting preferred
- Strong experience teaching information literacy and/or providing research support
- Excellent digital skills including referencing software, Microsoft 365 tools, and SharePoint
- Demonstrated involvement in projects or service innovation
- A genuine commitment to Massey’s Te Tiriti o Waitangi-led direction and inclusive kaupapa
Ngā painga o te mahi ki Massey | Why Massey?
Massey University values and invests in its people. As a member of our team, you will enjoy:
- Five additional university holidays each year
- Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance plan
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- Access to on-campus amenities including cafes, gyms, childcare, and libraries
- A vibrant and inclusive culture that embraces wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity
Remuneration will be reflective of skills and experience within the Grade 6 ($68,864 - $97,902) range. If you’re passionate about academic libraries, enabling student success, and supporting the research mission of a university that’s making a difference, then we want to hear from you.
Empower discovery. Enable learning. Elevate research. Join Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University.
To view/download the job description, please click on the file below
JD - Subject Librarian
Closing: 01/06/2025 21:30:00
Posted:
09/05/2025
