Reference Librarian (Wellington)
- University of Otago
- New Zealand
- Jul 14, 2026
Job Description:
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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO, WELLINGTON | ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA, PŌNEKE
ACADEMIC DIVISION | TE WĀHAKA MATUA MĀTAURAKA
WELLINGTON MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY | TE WHARE PUKAPUKA HAUORA O PŌNEKE
About our team | Mō te tīma
The University of Otago Wellington (UOW) is the University of Otago’s Wellington-based medical and health sciences campus. The campus offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in health sciences. UOW researchers make significant contributions to advancing health knowledge, improving health outcomes and shaping health policy both in New Zealand and internationally.
The role | Te mahi
The Wellington Medical & Health Sciences Library is seeking applications for a permanent fulltime Reference Librarian. The Library supports the teaching, learning and research activities of UOW staff and students, and also delivers contracted library services to hospital staff.
The successful applicant will join a small, collegial team contributing to the provision of high quality library services including:
• Designing and delivering library teaching for UOW and hospital clients in both face-to face and online environments
• Providing research support services to UOW staff, students and hospital staff
• Undertaking literature searches
• Responding to complex information enquiries in a timely and effective manner
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
The successful candidate will have Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of academic, student and health professional clients.
Other skills and experience:
• A tertiary level qualification in Library and Information Studies or an equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in the delivery of Library information and research services
• Experience designing and delivering effective client education and training
• Experience using library databases and information resources in an academic or research context
Further details | Pūroko
This is a permanent, full time (37.5 hours) position, based in Pōneke, Wellington.
The appointment range for this role is $75,631 to $80,503. Top of range $88, 750.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
For further information about the role, please contact the Deputy Health Sciences Librarian, Donna Tietjens via the contact details below.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2601083 will close Sunday, 2 August 2026.
Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information
Contact: Donna Tietjens
Position details: Job Description
Further Information: Department Website
Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email
Location: About Wellington
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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO, WELLINGTON | ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA, PŌNEKE
ACADEMIC DIVISION | TE WĀHAKA MATUA MĀTAURAKA
WELLINGTON MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY | TE WHARE PUKAPUKA HAUORA O PŌNEKE
About our team | Mō te tīma
The University of Otago Wellington (UOW) is the University of Otago’s Wellington-based medical and health sciences campus. The campus offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in health sciences. UOW researchers make significant contributions to advancing health knowledge, improving health outcomes and shaping health policy both in New Zealand and internationally.
The role | Te mahi
The Wellington Medical & Health Sciences Library is seeking applications for a permanent fulltime Reference Librarian. The Library supports the teaching, learning and research activities of UOW staff and students, and also delivers contracted library services to hospital staff.
The successful applicant will join a small, collegial team contributing to the provision of high quality library services including:
• Designing and delivering library teaching for UOW and hospital clients in both face-to face and online environments
• Providing research support services to UOW staff, students and hospital staff
• Undertaking literature searches
• Responding to complex information enquiries in a timely and effective manner
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
The successful candidate will have Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of academic, student and health professional clients.
Other skills and experience:
• A tertiary level qualification in Library and Information Studies or an equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in the delivery of Library information and research services
• Experience designing and delivering effective client education and training
• Experience using library databases and information resources in an academic or research context
Further details | Pūroko
This is a permanent, full time (37.5 hours) position, based in Pōneke, Wellington.
The appointment range for this role is $75,631 to $80,503. Top of range $88, 750.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
For further information about the role, please contact the Deputy Health Sciences Librarian, Donna Tietjens via the contact details below.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2601083 will close Sunday, 2 August 2026.
Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information
Contact: Donna Tietjens
Position details: Job Description
Further Information: Department Website
Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email
Location: About Wellington
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