[10/22/2025 A] Electronic Resources Librarian

Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. T Post ID: 038620 Post Summary The Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for managing the Library's electronic resources, including databases, e-journals, and e-botwooks, for users both on and off campus. The Electronic Resources Librarian works closely with the Acquisitions & Subscriptions Librarian to populate and maintain the Librarys electronic resource management systems, and with the Systems Librarian to maintain authentication and link resolver tools. The post-holder sets up and maintains access for existing, new and trial electronic resources, and liaises with staff in Acquisitions & Metadata to ensure e-resources are discoverable via the Library web pages and resource discovery systems. A key responsibility is monitoring and analysing the use of e-resources to measure value and impact. The Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for resolving access issues and communicating with vendors, publishers and library staff regarding such issues. This position also supports Library staff in developing and maintaining awareness of emerging technologies, standards, and technical issues relating to the acquisition, licensing, access, and usage of electronic resources. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract The specific purpose of this post is for filling a vacancy on a temporary basis, pending the return of the substantive postholder from a temporary assignment. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis, as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work, the post will be filled through open competition. The Unfair Dismissals Acts, 1977-2015 shall not apply to your dismissal consisting only of the cessation of the said purpose. Hours of Post: Part-Time (0.5 FTE) Salary: This appointment will be made on the Assistant Librarian 2 Salary Scale (€46,242 - €63,550 per annum, pro rata ) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. ( How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit aCurriculum Vitae and aCover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please click apply to view the job description for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Laura Rooney Ferris, Deputy Head, CMOS, Acquisitions & Metadata, E: Application queries about this post, please email Andrea Free at E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting worklife balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.