Jobs at the University of Nottingham | Libraries https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx?cat=1090&type=5 Latest job vacancies at University of Nottingham <![CDATA[Senior Library Advisor - Discovery & Access Metadata (Internal only) (REG959726)]]> https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=REG959726 https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=REG959726

Are you passionate about enabling discovery in library systems and repositories? Are you looking for a role that requires accuracy and attention to detail, supporting our diverse academic community? We are looking for a new colleague to join our Discovery and Access Team at University Park and King’s Meadow Campuses. It is part of the Content & Discovery Section of University of Nottingham Libraries. The university is one of the biggest in the UK with campuses in China and Malaysia.  

We know that having colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds is key to a good, vibrant workplace and even better services. We are keen to receive applications from those who are currently underrepresented in Libraries in the UK, such as racially minoritised people. 

As one of five Senior Library Advisers, you will take day-to-day responsibility for cataloguing and classifying new resources across our library network and support researchers to deposit their journal articles, conference proceedings, books and book chapters in our repository, including advising them on publisher requirements, copyright and the university’s Open Access Publications Policy. You will undertake procedures for the electronic management of PhD theses.    

The team’s work is organised on a rota basis. At times, you will need to work independently and work with colleagues across other areas of University of Nottingham Libraries. 

Applicants will be tested to see if they have the potential to learn cataloguing and classification and the ability to find information about scholarly publications on websites.  

We are committed to providing a friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment. You will have access to competitive employment packages that support your well-being and help you reach your potential, including:  

  • Hybrid working between home and office

  • Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus bank holidays and five university closure days. 

  • A commitment to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities. 

  • Access to benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and more, to find out more, follow the link to our benefits website 

This is a full-time permanent position with predicted start date 1st Nov 2026. Hours of work are 36.25 per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4 pm. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to nick.williams@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. 

We want to see the best possible version of you in your application. To understand our recruitment process (including some handy tips and advice), please follow this link to our candidate guidance page.

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Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026
Category: Internal Only

]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Research Librarian (REG1510926)]]> https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=REG1510926 https://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=REG1510926 Are you interested in supporting our researchers with their open access and research data management activities? We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join a team which supports our research staff and students as they plan, undertake, publish, and share their research.  

You will be part of a friendly and welcoming Library Research Support Team which delivers services across the research lifecycle. We promote best practice in open research, facilitate publication and re-use of research outputs, and support discovery, access to, and management of scholarly literature and research data. You will work closely with colleagues across UoN Libraries teams and in partnership with a variety of colleagues from across Professional Services. 

You will have a good understanding of the information needs of researchers and experience of working with them to promote and support open access to their publications or data. You will answer enquiries from researchers on all these topics and contribute to our inclusive training and engagement programme, supported by colleagues as you build knowledge and expertise.

We know that having colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds is key to a supportive workplace and improved services. We are particularly keen to receive applications from those who are currently underrepresented in Libraries in the UK, such as racially minoritised people.

We offer this as a permanent position, working 36.25 hours per week. Your base will be the Hallward Library on our University Park campus, but you may work across our different campuses. We have in place a hybrid working arrangement where you will be expected to spend a minimum of two days a week on campus. 

We are committed to providing a competitive employment package that supports your well-being and helps you to reach your full potential. You will have access to benefits, including leading fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes, along with a generous holiday allowance and attractive pension scheme.

We want to see the best possible version of you in your application. To understand our recruitment process (including some handy tips and advice), please follow this link to our candidate guidance page.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Jane Grogan jane.grogan@nottingham.ac.uk. (Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted).

Closing Date: 04 Sep 2026
Category: Administrative, Professional and Managerial (APM)

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