"Liaison Librarian"

Liaison Librarian

We are seeking a Liaison Librarian to join QUT Library, Education Portfolio, Academic Division.

Liaison Librarians are a critical link between QUT Library, the University and internal and external client groups, working closely with internal partners including academic and professional staff to ensure that programs and resources are aligned with the University’s purpose of providing transformative education and research relevant to our communities. They provide a high-quality information service to QUT Library clients and are responsible for initiating, planning and delivering programs that enhance QUT Library services. The appointee will be responsible for liaising and building relationships with academic and professional staff in the Faculty of Health and with stakeholders across QUT. This position reports to the Manager, Library Service for supervision, workload management, and performance expectations.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

QUT Library plays an integral role in delivering on key university strategies through providing outstanding learning resources, environments and programs; supporting high-impact research and development; and strengthening and extending strategic partnerships with professional and broader communities. As a learning organisation, we continue to strengthen our commitment to client focused service and continuous improvement. QUT Library has three branch libraries - Gardens Point Library, Kelvin Grove Library and our Law Library, each providing resources and services to support the learning, teaching and research needs of the QUT community.

What you need to succeed

• Education, training and/or experience equivalent to a degree in Library Science or Information Management with at least four years’ subsequent relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to foster and maintain effective relationships and negotiate successful outcomes with key stakeholders to achieve organisational goals in an academic or research environment.
• High level digital literacy with demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective and relevant information literacy and research skills resources and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to acquire and apply knowledge of discipline specific information resources and collaborate effectively with library and academic stakeholders in the development of relevant library collections.
• Demonstrated initiative, innovation and ability to successfully undertake a leadership and/or coordination role in relation to a Library service or project.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, mentor others, and work effectively as a member of a team.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 12-Aug-2025

Applications Close: 27-Aug-2025