Senior Library Assistant (Academic Liaison)

This is a fixed-term post (6 months) to support the implementation of a new reading lists solution for the Library., This is an exciting time to join the University of St Andrews Libraries and Museums as a Senior Library Assistant (Academic Liaison). The Unit is currently implementing a new Library Management System and embedded Reading Lists solution which will help to transform the digital services we provide. The successful candidate will assist the Academic Liaison Team in the provision of an effective online reading list service. The postholder will support the day-to-day management of the reading list mailbox, dealing with enquiries from academic staff and assessing the level of work required with each reading list. A key duty of this role will be to contribute to decision making to ensure the improved availability of module readings, a prime requirement in the library's mission to improve the student experience. You will be able to work alone and as part of a team. It is essential that you are able to work under pressure to targets and deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail. You will also need a flexible and customer-oriented approach and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and the academic community.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
• A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters
This post will/may be primarily based at the Main Library.