THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

 

PAO YUE-KONG LIBRARY

 

 

Library Assistant I (Academic Support) (Ref. 260417002-IE)

 

 

Duties

The appointee will work with a team of library staff to support various research and learning support services and projects of the Library.  He/She will be required to:

(a) provide direct support to Faculty Librarians in delivering research, information, and data information services, including responding to and managing user enquiries;

(b) assist in the creation and dissemination of promotional content (e.g., mass emails, announcements) for library workshops, events, resources and services;

(c) support the development, maintenance, and updating of online library guides, instructional materials, and digital learning objects;

(d) conduct library tours, orientation sessions, and other training activities to enhance user knowledge and skills;

(e) aid in the compilation of procedural documentation, reports and statistical analysis to support team operations and decision-making; and

(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or her delegates.

 

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) have a recognised degree, or a recognised certificate or diploma plus not less than three years of relevant experience;

(b) preferably have experience in a large or academic library;

(c) have strong general computer literacy with proficiency in standard office applications;

(d) be familiar with AI-powered productivity tools and information sources;

(e) have proactive aptitude for learning and adapting to new technologies and AI applications;

(f) preferably have experience with Adobe Creative Suite and reference management software (e.g. EndNote); and

(g) have excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese.

 

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.  Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.

Application

Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/general).  Consideration of applications will commence on 30 April 2026 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/.

 

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.  To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.

THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

 

PAO YUE-KONG LIBRARY

 

Assistant Librarian (Academic Support) (Ref. 260417001-IE)

 

Duties

 

The appointee will work with a team of professional librarians and support staff to deliver quality library services to support the University’s research and learning initiatives.  He/She will be required to: 

 

(a) provide in-depth instructional and consultation services for students and faculty on finding, using and managing information effectively, including using AI tools for learning and research;

 

(b) develop the Library’s information literacy programmes, actively collaborating with Faculty to integrate these programmes into the academic curriculum, with focus on AI literacy and emerging technologies;

 

(c) advise and support faculty and research students on dissemination and preservation of research output, enhancing research impact, and using bibliographical citation management tools, including AI-powered solutions;

 

(d) create online guides, interactive content, instructional videos to enhance Library’s e-learning support services, leveraging AI where appropriate;

 

(e) promote the Library’s services and resources, and engage with Faculty and the academic community through outreach, collaboration, and engagement to assess users’ needs;

 

(f) develop new services to support the University’s research and learning initiatives, with an emphasis on digital transformation and AI integration;

 

(g) serve as the Faculty Librarian, ensuring Library’s resources and services meet their learning, teaching and research needs;

 

(h) support collection development of print and online resources, especially those for business disciplines and emerging technologies;

 

(i) provide reference services; and

 

(j) perform any other duties as assigned by the University Librarian or her delegates.

 

 

Qualifications

 

Applicants should have:

 

(a) a recognised degree with a postgraduate qualification in Library Science or Information Science;

 

(b) at least eight years of solid relevant experience in a large academic library setting including supervisory experience;

 

(c) proven track record in library instruction and reference services, information literacy, database searching, bibliographical management tools, and new forms of scholarly communication; knowledge of business disciplines and information resources and AI technology is highly advantageous;

 

(d) excellent instructional, presentation, communication and customer service skills; and

 

(e) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.

 

 

Conditions of Service

 

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.  Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.  

 

 

Application

 

Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management).  Consideration of applications will commence on 30 April 2026 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/.

 

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.  To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.