Librarian Research Support Specialist

About Us

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

The University’s main Library, the Luxembourg Learning Centre (LLC), located in the heart of the Belval campus, is much more than a library: it is a hub of innovation and knowledge designed to foster research, learning, collaboration and outreach. Its building, a true architectural masterpiece, combines the restructuring of an old industrial hall with bold contemporary design, and spans 14,000 m², 10.7 km of shelving and more a thousand working spaces. It stands as a prestigious façade for Luxembourg and for the University of Luxembourg, reflecting the ambition and academic excellence of both the country and the institution. Equipped with modern infrastructure and advanced technologies, the LLC offers a unique environment where students, researchers, and professionals come together to create, share and innovate. Complementing the central role of the LLC in Belval, a library hub specialising in European law research is located in the Weicker building, benefiting from its proximity to European institutions and Luxembourg’s financial district.

Your role

We are looking for a specialist in the Library’s strategic growth area of research support and information skills training. Based in Belval, with the opportunity to offer support and training at our other campus locations in Luxembourg, the person will be involved in developing new innovative research support services around research data management, in collaboration with colleagues and senior managers. You will also contribute to developing the information skills training programmes in partnership with the learning and teaching centres of the University. You will help to promote the development of the Library’s emerging research support services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of research support services, policies, and future service planning
• Provide specialist support for the University’s research activities, with a priority on research data management, and additional support around open science, open access, bibliometrics, and scholarly communication
• Assist with the development and management of institutional data and publishing repositories, e.g. contributing to efforts in data quality, compliance with funder requirements, and timely deposit of research outputs
• Support day‑to‑day operations of the Library’s Research Support team, including responding to enquiries and maintaining service documentation
• Develop and deliver training, workshops, and one‑to‑one consultations for researchers, students - bachelor, master and doctoral, and academic research support staff
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with researchers and students, as well as across the Library and research support services, to establish requirements and inform service delivery
• Promote all research support services of the Library
• Contribute to the development of Library policies and practices
  
  

It is anticipated that 80% of the role involves outreach and development of research support services, and 20% of the role involves developing and providing training in information skills topics, e.g. research data management, information literacy and use of digital tools.

Your profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in an academic, research, digital, or information-intensive environment
• 3+ years' experience in research support environments with a focus on research data management
• In depth knowledge in research data management and related trends
• Library and/or teaching experience is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders and promote services
• A PhD is considered an asset
• Full proficiency in English; good knowledge of French or German would be an asset
  
  

We offer

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
  
  

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
  
  

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Librarian specialist
• Job Reference: UOL08167