(Ref. 230918006)

[Appointment period: six months]

Duties

The appointees will be required to:

(a)    perform bibliographical and holding check in the Integrated Library System and Library Discovery Tool; 

(b)    assist in compiling, and updating lists of printed and electronic collections;

(c)    assist in identifying titles and items for de-selection from the collections;

(d)    communicate with other Library Sections on updating bibliographic and item records;

(e)    assist in compiling and reporting collection statistics;

(f)    assist with other duties in the Acquisitions Section; and

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

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a)    have five passes in HKCEE including English Language (at least Grade C if Syllabus A; Level 2 if results are obtained from 2007 onwards), Chinese Language (Level 2 if results are obtained from 2007 onwards) and Mathematics; or a combination of results in five HKDSE subjects of Level 2 in New Senior Secondary subjects / “Attained” in Applied Learning subjects / Grade E in Other Language subjects, and the five subjects must include English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a recognised Certificate or Diploma or an equivalent qualification;

(b)    have a good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese;

(c)    be proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel and Word; and

(d)    have good interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work within a team.  

Preference will be given to those with proficiency in Excel functions, pivot table, macro or VBA and/or working experience in using integrated library systems such as Ex Libris Alma or Primo.    

Conditions of Service

For full-time appointment, a highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. 

For part-time appointment, the remuneration rate is HK$110 per hour.

Consideration of applications will commence on 3 October 2023 until the positions are filled.

Application
 
Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management). Consideration of applications will commence on 25 September 2023 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/.

Closing date of application: Until the position is filled.

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.

(Ref. 230704009)

Duties

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

(a) provide instructional and consultation services for students and faculty on finding, using and managing information effectively;

(b) develop the Library’s information literacy programmes, and collaborate with faculty to integrate these programmes into the academic curriculum;

(c) support the scholarly communication needs of faculty and research students on dissemination and preservation of research output, enhancing research impact, and using bibliographical citation management tools;

(d) create interactive contents, instruction videos and innovative services to enhance Library’s e-learning support services;

(e) serve as the Faculty Librarian of the assigned Faculty/Schools to ensure Library’s resources and services meet their learning, teaching and research needs;

(f) support collection development of print and online resources;

(g) provide reference services; and

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

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

(a) a recognised degree with postgraduate qualification in Library Science or Information Science, and  preferably post-qualification experience in information work in an academic library setting;

(b) experience with library instruction and reference services, and good knowledge of information literacy, database searching, bibliographical management tools, citation analysis, author identification systems, and new forms of scholarly communication;

(c) excellent interpersonal, instructional, presentation, and customer service skills; and

(d) excellent communication skills in English and Chinese.

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement need not re-apply.

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 25 September 2023 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/.

Closing date of application: Until the position is filled. 

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.