Research Librarian - ASC; Replacement

Position: Research Librarian - ASC (Replacement)
Posting Reason:

Temporary replacement of a regular position

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Main Campus Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):2026/09/14

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):2026/10/01

University of Ottawa Library Research Librarian, arts and special collections (ASC) (Replacement)
The University of Ottawa Library is looking for an innovative, motivated and service-oriented individual to fill the position of Research Librarian, arts and special collections (ASC) (Replacement) . The ideal candidate is a creative and adaptable person who works well with colleagues in a stimulating and changing environment.

Environment:
The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the country's top research universities and the largest bilingual (French and English) university in the world. Located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada's Capital.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head, Research Support, Arts and Special Collections (ASC) the Research Librarian provides services that support research, scholarship, and learning activities in assigned areas and in support of the broader research mission of the University of Ottawa. Working in an adaptive, team-based environment, the incumbent is responsible for a broad scope of work. Serving as the primary liaison for users in assigned areas, the Research Librarian provides specialized expertise, carries out consultations with users, develops educational materials and research guides, designs and delivers information literacy programs, and cultivates relationships as appropriate.

The incumbent is a member of an evolving organization that emphasizes service quality, innovation, and teamwork.

Currently, we are looking for a librarian with expertise or experience relevant to providing services in the following areas:

History, Indigenous research and studies, Black history in Canada, philosophy, medieval and renaissance studies, & religious studies.

Main activities:

The Research Librarian is responsible for the following work and activities, both in assigned areas and in support of the goals of the Research Services division and carries out these responsibilities in a team-based environment, using their professional judgement and knowledge.
1. Contribute to institutional research priorities by supporting scholarship throughout the research lifecycle.
2. Provide in-depth consultations for individuals and groups in assigned areas on the use of information resources. Develop educational materials and research guides to enable users to effectively find and use specialized information resources and services.
3. In collaboration with colleagues providing instructional services across the library, design and deliver information literacy programs in assigned areas to guide faculty and students in the use of the Library’s resources, tools, and services. Identify and pursue opportunities to partner with University of Ottawa colleagues on this work, as appropriate. Collaborate in the ongoing assessment of information literacy programs.
4. Serve as a primary liaison for students, faculty, and staff in assigned areas. Cultivate relationships as appropriate in these areas in order to identify and respond to ongoing needs, as well as to increase awareness and use of the Library’s resources, tools, and services.
5. Provide input on research collections in assigned areas, and communicate collections gaps, issues and opportunities to colleagues in the Content and Access division.
6. Participate in the ongoing assessment of services within…