Librarian Specialist

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

Created in 2003, it strives today to meet tomorrow's major societal challenges, by nurturing an interdisciplinary approach and international outlook, investing in scientific quality and innovation, as well as offering personalised and multilingual teaching. The institution places particular emphasis on research with impact. To achieve this goal, its research priorities focus on digital transformation, medicine and health, as well as sustainable and societal development.
Times Higher Education ranks Uni.lu 20th in the Young University Ranking 2024 and among the top 250 universities in the world.

**Your role**:
The Luxembourg Learning Centre (LLC) is recruiting a Specialist Librarian for its Acquisition Team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the acquisition of databases, print and electronic periodicals, books and e-books, ensuring timely delivery and availability. Propose and implement tools and process improvements
- Negotiate and oversee licensing agreements for electronic resources, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain an up-to-date collection that meets user needs and supports organisational goals, and also with other entities outside of the University
- Produce and compile reports and statistics on acquisitions and budget monitoring
- Monitor and assess the usage of electronic resources to inform renewal and acquisition decisions

**Your profile**:

- Master’s Degree in Library/Information/Documentation Science or equivalent by work experience
- Several years of experience in an academic library, with at least 1 year in a similar position being an advantage
- Demonstrated experience in library acquisitions, particularly with electronic resources
- Experience in managing tenders and drafting technical specifications for procurement procedures
- Familiarity with integrated library systems (knowledge of Alma is an advantage) and electronic resource management tools
- Understanding of financial management, budgeting and cost analysis for resource acquisition
- Strong knowledge of licensing practices and compliance with regulations for digital resources
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail
- Proficiency in managing procurement processes and vendor relations
- Effective communication skills to liaise with colleagues, providers and other stakeholders
- Flexible, multi-tasking, and able to prioritize. Able to work autonomously, rigorously, and methodically
- Team spirit, dynamism, and sense of initiative
- Fluent in English and French (spoken & written). German and/or Luxembourgish language skills will be an asset

**We offer**:

- Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR)
- A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs

**How to apply**:

- Applications should include:_
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
- General information:_
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Campus Belval
- Internal Title: Librarian specialist
- Job Reference: UOL07150

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