Assistant Librarian

Due to the promotion of our previous post-holder, Christ’s College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the full-time, permanent post of Assistant Librarian. Joining a library team of 6 (including this post), the role reports to the College Librarian and supports the efficient day-to-day running of all areas of the Library.

Serving approximately 400 undergraduates, 250 post-graduates and 90 Fellows, plus visiting researchers, the library’s collections comprise its modern collection, the rare books and manuscripts collection housed in the Old library (including first editions by John Milton and Charles Darwin), and the law library. With particular responsibility for the acquisition of modern printed books and for assisting with the management of the College’s special collections, this post would suit an experienced team player with the ability to work pro-actively and effectively with a wide range of library users. 

The many benefits on offer include 36 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), membership of a contributory a pension scheme (with maximum 12% employer contribution), a free meal whenever on duty, and the opportunity to work in a beautiful and sociable environment. Facilities on-site include a College gym, outdoor pool and a multi-faith prayer room. 

If you are up for a new challenge and think you can add benefit to the role, further details and an application form are available to download below.  

Location: St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU

Salary: Spine points 32-36 on the University of Cambridge single salary spine; £27,979 – £31,396 per annum

Closing Date: Wednesday 3 January 2023, 12 noon 

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 17 January. 

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time, 36.25 hours per week 

How to Apply 

Completed forms must arrive by the closing date. 

Applications may be sent by e-mail to [email protected]  or by post addressed to Thorunn Byrne, Head of HR, Christ’s College, St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge CB2 3BU.

Job Description 

Application Form 

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form 

Christ’s College is an equal opportunities employer