Research Liaison Librarian
REF.: UNIC/LIBRES04/23
The University of
Nicosia (UNIC) is the largest university in Cyprus and the largest in Southern
Europe that teaches primarily in English, with more than 14,000 students
from over 100 countries, a diverse community of faculty and staff, and an expanding
worldwide network. UNIC is driving educational innovation in the wider
region, with activities like our dynamic global initiative in blockchain
technology and centres of excellence in medicine and online/distance
learning. The latest edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World
University Rankings, released on 12 October 2022, reaffirms the University of
Nicosia’s (UNIC) global standing, ranking it among the Top 501-600 universities
in the world. Correspondingly, UNIC ranks 157th in the European
Union, 2nd in Cyprus and 4th among the Cypriot and Greek
Universities.
Job Description
The
University of Nicosia Library and Information Center seeks for a Research
Liaison Librarian to provide support with the university’s Current
Research Information System (CRIS) and any other Research and Library
activities. This person will report directly to the Director of Libraries.
We are
looking for someone who is self-directed and thrives working in a fast-paced,
collaborative environment, where expectations are high both for the quality and
efficiency. This individual will need good customer-orientated skills and have
excellent communication skills both in Greek and English.
Responsibilities
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Act as the first point of contact for all faculty
members for assisting with the development and management of their research
profile, on the visibility of faculty’s publication, and provide training on
the various resources and tools related to publishing their work.
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Work with the Director of Libraries and Repository
Manager to develop institutional repository processes.
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Liaises in the development of various policies
related to the library and research, open access, copyright issues and other
related matters.
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Ensure that open access policies and procedures are
implemented, and updated, as necessary, in accordance with the European and
Cyprus policies.
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Promote use of library to the public to ensure that
the library is a vital and active center of learning for all.
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Perform other duties compatible with employment as
directed by the Director of Libraries.
Academic Qualifications
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Bachelor / Master’s degree in Library Science
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Relevant Experience will be considered an advantage
Job specific skills:
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Demonstrated experience using judgment and initiative to analyze and
recommend new procedures.
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Tactful, customer service-oriented and professional
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Pleasant personality with strong organizational & communicative
skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and
Greek
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Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with UNIC
colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
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Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal
responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and
promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
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Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University
policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies
and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide
Information and
Application
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For
a formal application, please submit your CV our online recruitment system http://careers.unic.ac.cy/
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.