librarian

The University of Nicosia invites applications for the role of Librarian for our upcoming Athens campus. This role is instrumental in delivering high-quality library services to students, faculty, and staff, while promoting academic success and fostering information literacy within the university community.

*Subject to meeting all regulatory and legal requirements in Cyprus and Greece.

Key Responsibilities:

Library Services & User Support

• Deliver in-person library services and assist users with understanding library systems and resources.
• Provide guidance on library use, circulation procedures, and access to both digital and physical collections.
• Conduct library orientation sessions and user training workshops.

Library Administration & Development

• Collaborate with the Director of Libraries at the main campus in Nicosia to ensure quality and consistency of services.
• Maintain and update library policies, informational materials, and operational procedures.
• Liaise with other departments for library-related needs, including resource purchase requests.

Cataloguing & Resource Management

• Create and maintain bibliographic records in the library management system, using international cataloguing and classification standards.
• Coordinate circulation services with internal and external libraries.

Communication & Outreach

• Develop and manage content for the library's social media platforms and website.
• Support the development, analysis, and improvement of user satisfaction surveys.

Team Support & Special Projects

• Assist in the training of new library staff as needed.
• Participate in library-related initiatives and special projects as assigned by the Director of Libraries.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in a university library setting is considered an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Familiarity with integrated library systems, cataloguing standards, and procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Competence in user education and digital outreach.
• Fluency in both Greek and English.

Personal Attributes

• Commitment to student-centered service delivery.
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• High attention to detail in a dynamic academic environment.