Job Description

The MODUL University Dubai invited qualified applicants to apply for the position of Librarian. The Librarian supports teaching and learning objectives through the effective delivery of Library and Learning Centre services to students and faculty. The candidate ensures that all library users are properly orientated with library services, resources and technologies. To this end, the Librarian plans and delivers information skills instruction, provides reference services, and produces instructional materials. The Librarian works closely with faculty to develop library collections which are aligned with curricular and research needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Guides students, faculty and staff in the use of library services and resources, and associated library technologies
• Prepares budget proposals as required
• Collaborates with faculty to develop and deliver instruction programs that develop information literary skills
• Contributes to the development of the library collection by monitoring curricular and research needs, and through the regular review of publishing catalogues
• Performs the receipt, and managing the processing of new library materials
• Devises strategies to promote reading and to encourage information technologies usage across all program areas

Expected Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive library experience, preferably within the UAE educational framework
• Strong ability to collaborate and influence
• A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to generate, analyze and interpret complex documents from various sources
• Current knowledge of higher education practices, trends and issues
• Superior interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to form professional relationships at all levels within the organization and with appropriate external stakeholders
• Highly developed organizational, communication and presentation skills
• Strong management or leadership skills as exhibited by experience in effectively leading a team and/or chairing committees
• Experience in budget planning and implementation would be advantageous
• Overseas work experience within a multi-cultural environment would be advantageous

Apply for Librarian position at MODUL University Dubai by sending your CV to careers@modul.ac.ae Apply Now