Scholarly Communications and Research Support Librarian

Found in: beBee jobs GB - 2 weeks ago


Keele, United Kingdom Keele University Full time

Agile working (blend of home and office based)

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity to join the Library's Academic Services Team, part of the Information and Digital Services (IDS) directorate.

The post leads the development of quality researcher-focused library services. It also promotes open research, effective scholarly communications, and delivers researcher training. It is a varied role working within a supportive team.

You will hold an undergraduate degree or postgraduate qualification in library or information management, and experience supporting Library service users. You will also understand the open research publishing landscape, including publisher open access policies, "read and publish" journal subscription deals and licenses, and how open access is linked to Research Excellence Framework (REF). Knowledge of repository and current information research systems is desirable, along with experience of providing scholarly communications advice to research staff. The post will work with experienced academic and professional colleagues to advocate for open research, providing an excellent opportunity for a qualified Librarian to move into professional work, or into a role that supports research.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

  • Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine).
  • Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave.
  • Excellent staff pension scheme.
  • Access to continued personal, professional and career development.
  • On site 'outstanding' nursery.
  • Discounted health & fitness facilities on site.
  • Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility).

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at

Keele University values diversity, and is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity, and to proper and fair representation across its senior decision making groups. In support of these commitments, the University particularly welcomes expressions of interest and applications from women and from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, for this post.

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit:

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Scott McGowan, Head of Library Academic Services, . Applications to this address will not be accepted.

£37,099 to £45,585 - Incremental progression (Grade 7)


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