Research Librarian

The opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Research Librarian to join our Knowledge and Research team to be based in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, or Melbourne CBD office, with the option to work part of your week from home.

As a Research Librarian, you will be responsible for ensuring a high quality reference and research service is provided to our internal clients. The hours are rostered between 8am to 6pm each day, and will vary depending on the national team needs with a minimum one day per week worked until 6pm.

Day to day, your responsibilities will include:

Reference services

Provide both simple and complex reference services to internal clients, using print and electronic resources

Assist users to develop their own research strategies

Conduct complex research tasks

Library management systems

Classify and catalogue new materials as required

Assist in the evaluation of electronic products and provide feedback regarding services and subscriptions

In this role, you will also set up current awareness services to users; coordinate the delivery of induction programs; implement knowledge management initiatives; and provide feedback and recommendations based on usage trends.

Skills, experience and qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have a minimum 2 years experience in a law library, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and will enjoy working as part of a team.

You will also have:

Tertiary qualifications in librarianship (or equivalent)

Demonstrated strong reference skills

Experience presenting legal research training programs

An understanding of the legislative process and legal concepts

Thorough understanding of legal research methodologies

Experience with an automated library system

Exposure to online resources for legal and business research

Group / Team

Knowledge & Learning