Education Services Librarian

• Part time, fixed term opportunity until December 2026
• Join the Academic Engagement team here at USYD Library
• Base Salary $103K + 17% superannuation
   

About the opportunity

Are you an information and digital literacy expert who thrives on collaboration? We’re looking for someone with a deep understanding of complex information environments and the ability to build strong partnerships—both across the library and with academic staff—to embed critical skills into the curriculum in meaningful and sustainable ways.
 

In this role, you’ll work closely with academic and professional staff in faculties and schools to co-design learning experiences, embed information and digital literacy into the curriculum, and support students in developing critical research skills. You’ll also contribute to innovative, tech-enabled approaches that enhance teaching and learning across the University.
 

About you

• previous experience working in a similar environment
• experience in designing, leading and evaluating teaching programs
• a proactive approach to working with internal and external stakeholders to build effective working relationships
• strong presentation and written communication skills
• excellent problem-solving skills, professional judgement and the ability to take initiative
• knowledge of the contemporary higher education and research landscape
• ability to balance competing agendas and demands in a complex environment

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Laura Pierce, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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