Role | Information Librarian
Areas | Cataloguing & Indexing, Research Support, Digital Library Services
Location | Bristol (Hybrid – with occasional UK travel)
Salary | £26,786 rising annually to £29,868
Contract | Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week)
Hi
We're working with a specialist information service to hire an
Information Librarian
who will help professionals and students access trusted evidence and research. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative knowledge team providing high-quality library and information services that support professional and academic development.
What you'll be doing
* Select, catalogue, index and abstract material from journals and digital sources for a specialist database
* Carry out literature searches and respond to information enquiries from subscribers, internal teams and other users
* Produce a weekly research bulletin and contribute to developing new information products
* Manage journal subscriptions and ensure smooth access for users
* Support editorial colleagues with reference checking, fact-finding and article supply
* Maintain and update content on library and information service web pages
* Contribute ideas for improving processes and adapting to emerging technologies and user needs
What we're looking for
* A degree (or equivalent) plus experience in library and information services, or an accredited library/information management qualification
* Experience in cataloguing/indexing and in carrying out literature searches and enquiry work
* Excellent written English with strong attention to detail and proofreading ability
* Confident user of Microsoft Office and databases, with an interest in digital library tools and new technology
* Great team-working skills and the ability to self-motivate and manage competing priorities
* Commitment to excellent customer service and to supporting evidence-based practice
* (Desirable) Professional library/information qualification (e.g. ACLIP or MCLIP), or experience in health information or writing abstracts