Jobs

Posted 23 January 2012

Assistant Librarian
City University of Hong Kong

Deadline: 18 February

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education.  As a publicly funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students’ talent and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement.

Applications are invited for :

Assistant Librarian I (Subject Librarian - Humanities & Social Sciences) in the Library [Ref. B/887/09]

Duties : Develop, manage and evaluate the Library collection. The appointee is expected to engage in a variety of services, including providing relevant information and reference services, planning orientation and user education activities, compiling subject guides and pathfinders, liaising with faculty and institutions, organizing academic exchange and outreach functions, devising promotional displays, providing current awareness services, and participating in committee work. The appointee is also required to provide training to support staff to help transform their skills from function-based to subject-based.

(Additional information about the post is available at http://www6.cityu.edu.hk/hro/en/job/current/administrative.asp)

Requirements : A good honours degree in relevant disciplines plus a recognized post-graduate professional qualification in Librarianship and Information Science (MLS or equivalent). At least five years' experience at the level of Assistant Librarian II is required for the appointment as Assistant Librarian I.

Salary and Conditions of Service
Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience, up to a maximum of US$7,667 per month (12 months’ salary per annum with exchange rate of US$1 ≈ HK$7.8).  Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and housing benefits (where applicable).

Information and Application
Information on the post and application form are available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong [Fax : (852) 2788 1154 or (852) 3442 0311/email: hrojob@cityu.edu.hk].  Further enquiries can be directed to Ms. Sheena SHUM of Library at email: sheena.shum@cityu.edu.hk.  The closing date is 18 February 2012.  Please quote the reference of the post in the application and on the envelope. The University reserves the right not to fill the position. Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the University’s personal data policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially those who will enhance the diversity of our staff.

City University of Hong Kong was ranked the 110th among the world’s top universities and the 15th in Asia according to the Quacquarelli Symonds 2011 surveys.
http://www.cityu.edu.hk