Research Librarian

Organisation
University of Worcester
Contact Email
j.keene@worc.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
GuildHE
FTE staff per library service
30 - 39
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
research, open research, and scholarly communications
Last uploaded
25/02/2026
Date of review
3 Year

Job Description

Summary

The Research Librarian plays a key role in supporting the University’s research community, enhancing scholarly communication, and leading the development of open research services.
They work closely with academic staff, researchers, and professional services to provide expert advice on research support, copyright, rights retention, and open access. They also lead the development of researcher skills training, manage the institutional repository (WRaP), and contribute to the strategic direction of research services.
Library Services operates out of The Hive, a ground-breaking, fully integrated academic and public library, run in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, which provides services to all members of the University and community. There are opportunities to support the university's research community with innovative public engagement and citizen science.