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The British Columbia Electronic Library Network (BC ELN) invites applications for a 1.0 FTE term Librarian position (externally funded) as a BC ELN Project Librarian. This is an exciting opportunity to work on several provincial projects with impacts across the BC post-secondary library sector. The position is remote with a hybrid option to work out of our office at SFU’s W.A.C. Bennett Library. This position is available for a two-year limited term from September 2025 to August 2027.

Reporting to the BC ELN Executive Director, the Project Librarian works as part of a team supporting a number of short-term BC ELN projects across BC ELN’s service areas, including learner support service reviews, member engagement, and provincial resource-sharing strategies.

The Project Librarian is a highly organized, motivated and resourceful individual with a demonstrated ability to support core library services, provide high quality customer service, work in a team environment, use and adapt to new technologies, and foster collaboration among diverse organizations and stakeholders.

SETTING  

We are grateful to the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), səl̓ílwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) peoples, on whose traditional territories BC Electronic Library Network (BC ELN) offices stand. By acknowledging the benefits of occupying this land, we commit to creating space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

  BC ELN is a partnership between the Province of British Columbia and its post-secondary libraries. It develops, promotes, and maintains system-wide mechanisms that provide equitable, cost-effective access to information resources and learning support services, helping post-secondary libraries meet the expanding information needs of the province's learners, educators, and researchers, regardless of their location in the province. BC ELN core services include: 

• negotiating and managing electronic resource licenses on behalf of partner libraries;  

• facilitating resource sharing among partner libraries through the Illume service;  

• coordinating virtual learning support services AskAway and WriteAway; and   

• enhancing access to digitized primary content through the Arca collaborative digital repository. 

For more information, visit: https://bceln.ca/.

The BC ELN office also serves as the Administrative Centre for the Electronic Health Library of BC (eHLbc). eHLbc provides the academic and health care community of BC with easy access to online health library resources that support and improve practice, education, and research. For more information visit: https://ehlbc.ca/

BC ELN is hosted at Simon Fraser University (SFU), a comprehensive university that offers programs at the graduate and undergraduate level. BC ELN employees are appointed under appropriate SFU employee agreements. For more information, visit: https://www.sfu.ca/ 

BC ELN, through its affiliation with SFU and the SFU Library, commits to a continuous process of transformation to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion and to serve the cause of social justice. For more information, visit the Library’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/overview/policies/edi 

 ASSIGNMENT

Working closely with the Executive Director and consortium team, the Project Librarian will:   

• Provide communications and analytical support for short-term BC ELN projects, including:
  • AskAway and WriteAway service reviews.
  • Research data management support development.
  • Addressing barriers to participation in BC ELN services. 
  • Other projects in support of BC ELN’s Strategic Framework.
• Develop project-related communications targeting users, resource teams, committees, vendors, and stakeholders, including the creation and administration of online surveys/questionnaires. 
• Assist with project-related member engagement such as events, communities of practice, orientation/training, etc. 
• Support project-related content updates on the BC ELN and eHLbc Drupal websites.  
• Support BC ELN service operations as needed.
• Serve on internal BC ELN task groups as appropriate.
• Advance the values and goals outlined in the BC ELN Strategic Framework: https://bceln.ca/about/strategic-plan 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Masters of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent) 

• Up to 2 years of related professional experience.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial team environment.   

• Demonstrated strong project management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to write targeted communications for different audiences, such as reports, newsletters, technical documentation, etc.  

• Ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. 

• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, both oral and written.  

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Strong assessment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong time management and organizational skills. 

• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.   

• Strong technology skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including advanced Excel skills) and web content management systems (such as Drupal).  

Desired:

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing environments, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure with discretion, tact, and good judgement. 

• Experience working in or with BC post-secondary libraries, public libraries, and/or library consortia.  

• Experience with AskAway chat reference.

• Experience with cataloguing procedures, and current cataloguing standards, including MARC and RDA coding.

• Familiarity with research data management.

• Capable of fostering relationships and supporting partnerships between diverse groups.  

• Understanding of conflict dynamics and collaboration strategies. 

• Familiarity with data analysis tools. 

• Familiarity with content development tools, including graphic design tools (e.g. InDesign), marketing communications (e.g. Constant Contact), and video editing (e.g. Adobe Premier) 

• Experience delivering training or instruction.  

• Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging library and information systems, educational tools, and databases.  

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

This is a full time, 2-year limited term Librarian externally funded position, with an anticipated start date in September 2025, ending in August 2027. This is a remote position with a hybrid option to work out of SFU’s W.A.C. Bennett Library on the Burnaby campus. 

Librarians are members of the SFU Faculty Association. Terms, conditions and benefits of employment are outlined in the Collective Agreement:  

https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html

The successful applicant will be appointed at a salary level commensurate with their experience and qualifications. Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is Librarian/Archivist 1 $85,619 to Librarian/Archivist 3 $136,503.  Current salary scales are available from:  https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/salary.html  

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all genders, racialized persons, persons of First Nations, Inuit, or Métis heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as LGBTQ2SIA+. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

Information about what to expect when you apply for a librarian position at SFU is available here: https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/overview/employment/what-expect-librarian-position

TO APPLY

To be given assured consideration applications must be submitted by email in one consolidated PDF document with cover letter and curriculum vitae by 11:59 pm PST on July 6, 2025 to: office@bceln.ca.  

For questions, please contact:  

Sunni Nishimura 
BC Electronic Library Network   
W.A.C. Bennett Library  
Simon Fraser University   
Phone: 778.782.6937 
Email: sunnin@bceln.ca  

Simon Fraser University Library invites applications for the position of Liaison Librarian for Health & Life Sciences, a 0.8FTE term appointment ending on May 3, 2026, based at the WAC Bennett Library on SFU’s Burnaby campus.

Reporting to the Head, Learning & Engagement, the incumbent will act as a liaison between SFU Library and students, faculty, and staff, primarily providing research and information literacy support. The successful candidate will promote library services and advocate for resources and services relevant to the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Department of Biological Sciences, the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, and the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. With significant increase in demand for evidence synthesis support among faculty and graduate students in Health & Life Sciences at SFU, this position offers an opportunity to build experience in evolving research methodologies.

The role will be attractive to highly adaptable and collaborative individuals with excellent communication skills, a user-centered focus, and a demonstrated commitment to creating inclusive working and learning environments. The committee encourages all applications, including those from new graduates and early-career librarians, and those with non-traditional career paths. Candidates who are transitioning into or back to librarianship or who have relevant skills from coursework, volunteer work, or other professions are invited to share experiences and expertise that may align with this role.

SETTING

Simon Fraser University is grateful to be located on the lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh ̱ (Squamish), səlilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícə̓ y̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and scə̓ waθən (Tsawwassen) Nations.

Acknowledging the benefits of occupying this land, SFU Library commits to becoming a more welcoming space for Indigenous Peoples by centering Indigenous voices in our collections, services, and programs.

Simon Fraser University is committed to creating and connecting knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and impact, in pursuit of its goal to be a leading research university that advances an inclusive and sustainable future. Consistently ranked as Canada’s #1 comprehensive university, SFU is recognized globally for its cutting-edge research, innovative education, and community outreach and teaching. SFU has also been consistently named one of British Columbia’s Top Employers in recent years, as well as one of Canada’s Top 100 employers. With more than 100 undergraduate major and joint major programs and more than 75 graduate offerings, SFU has an international reputation for its innovative interdisciplinary and professional programs. The main W.A.C. Bennett Library is located on the Burnaby campus, while the Samuel and Frances Belzberg Library is on the Vancouver campus, and the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board Library is on the Surrey campus.

The SFU Library is known for the development and implementation of innovative technology, leadership in Open Access, and excellent in-person and online user services. We serve an ethnically diverse student population, most of whom live off-campus and work part-time while attending university. SFU Library collaborates broadly with other institutions through membership in the Canadian Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Research Libraries, and regional consortia. For more information, see our website at https://www.lib.sfu.ca.

The SFU Library commits to a continuous process of transformation to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion and to serve the cause of social justice. The Library’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion provides more information.

ASSIGNMENT

• Act as liaison between the SFU Library and the faculty, staff and students in the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Department of Biological Sciences, the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, and the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry:
  • Provide subject-specific research services and in-depth consultations;
  • Consult with graduate students, faculty, and researchers on knowledge synthesis and evidence synthesis projects;
  • Develop and provide curriculum-integrated information literacy instruction;
  • Promote library services and collections and facilitate connections between the departments and the library;
• Work with colleagues in Library units including Learning & Engagement, Collections, and the Liaison Group;
• Develop professional knowledge, skills, and disciplinary expertise;
• Incorporate SFU Library’s commitments to equity, inclusion, and decolonization into all planning and activities;
• Option to participate in working groups, committees, task groups, etc.;
• Option to engage in research activities;
• Advance the values and goals outlined in the Library’s Strategic Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

While the search committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all the qualifications in equal measure, the following qualifications are presented in priority-order and will be used in the assessment of candidates for the position.

• Master's degree in Library or Information Studies from an ALA accredited program, or its equivalent (required);
• Ability to provide research support in a complex and collaborative environment, preferably with experience or academic background in the Health or Life Sciences;
• Capacity to support researchers conducting evidence/knowledge synthesis research (e.g. systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, etc.);
• Familiarity with disciplinary research tools (e.g. Covidence, subject-specific databases, advanced search strategies, etc.);
• Skill in planning and delivering instruction;
• Ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds;
• Commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and decolonization in operational work, with an interest in supporting social justice and Indigenous initiatives;
• Ability to develop, maintain, and grow professional relationships;
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (oral and written). These skills include but are not limited to strong listening skills, a collaborative approach, and the curiosity and willingness to ask questions;
• Ability to learn, adapt and work in a collegial team environment;
• Commitment to continued professional development.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

This is a 0.8FTE limited-term Librarian appointment. The position will start as soon as the successful candidate is available and end on May 3, 2026.

Librarians and Division Heads are members of the SFU Faculty Association. Terms, conditions and benefits of employment are outlined in the Collective Agreement: https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html

The successful applicant will be appointed at a rank and salary level commensurate with their experience and qualifications. Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is Librarian/Archivist 1 $85,619 to Librarian/Archivist 3 $136,503. Current salary scales are available from: https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/salary.html

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all genders, racialized persons, persons of First Nations, Inuit, or Métis heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as LGBTQ2SIA+.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see: https://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/academic-careers.html

Information about what to expect when you apply for a librarian position at SFU is available here: https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/overview/employment/what-expect-librarian-position

TO APPLY

To be given assured consideration applications must be submitted by email in one consolidated PDF document with cover letter and curriculum vitae by 9:00 AM PDT on Monday, May 12 to:

Susie Smith
Library Management Office
W.A.C. Bennett Library
Simon Fraser University
Phone: 778-782-4658
Office Fax: 778-782-3023
Email: library@sfu.ca

Simon Fraser University Library invites applications for the position of Liaison Librarian for Psychology & Criminology, a 0.8FTE term appointment ending on May 3, 2026, based at the WAC Bennett Library on SFU’s Burnaby campus.

Reporting to the Head, Learning & Engagement, the incumbent will act as a liaison between SFU Library and students, faculty, and staff, providing research and information literacy support while also performing collections management duties. The successful candidate will promote library services and advocate for resources and services relevant to the departments of Psychology and Criminology in the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. With significant increase in demand for evidence synthesis support among faculty and graduate students in Psychology at SFU, this position offers an opportunity to build experience in evolving research methodologies.

The role will be attractive to highly adaptable and collaborative individuals with excellent communication skills, a user-centered focus, and a demonstrated commitment to creating inclusive working and learning environments. The committee encourages all applications, including those from new graduates and early-career librarians, and those with non-traditional career paths. Candidates who are transitioning into or back to librarianship or who have relevant skills from coursework, volunteer work, or other professions are invited to share experiences and expertise that may align with this role.

SETTING

Simon Fraser University is grateful to be located on the lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh ̱ (Squamish), səlilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícə̓ y̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and scə̓ waθən (Tsawwassen) Nations.

Acknowledging the benefits of occupying this land, SFU Library commits to becoming a more welcoming space for Indigenous Peoples by centering Indigenous voices in our collections, services, and programs.

Simon Fraser University is committed to creating and connecting knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and impact, in pursuit of its goal to be a leading research university that advances an inclusive and sustainable future. Consistently ranked as Canada’s #1 comprehensive university, SFU is recognized globally for its cutting-edge research, innovative education, and community outreach and teaching. SFU has also been consistently named one of British Columbia’s Top Employers in recent years, as well as one of Canada’s Top 100 employers. With more than 100 undergraduate major and joint major programs and more than 75 graduate offerings, SFU has an international reputation for its innovative interdisciplinary and professional programs. The main W.A.C. Bennett Library is located on the Burnaby campus, while the Samuel and Frances Belzberg Library is on the Vancouver campus, and the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board Library is on the Surrey campus.

The SFU Library is known for the development and implementation of innovative technology, leadership in Open Access, and excellent in-person and online user services. We serve an ethnically diverse student population, most of whom live off-campus and work part-time while attending university. SFU Library collaborates broadly with other institutions through membership in the Canadian Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Research Libraries, and regional consortia. For more information, see our web site at https://www.lib.sfu.ca.

The SFU Library commits to a continuous process of transformation to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion and to serve the cause of social justice. The Library’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion provides more information.

ASSIGNMENT

• Act as liaison between the SFU Library and the faculty, staff and students in the Departments of Psychology and Criminology:
  • Provide subject-specific research services and in-depth consultations;
  • Develop and provide curriculum-integrated information literacy instruction;
  • Engage in strategic collection development and assessment on an ongoing basis;
  • Promote library services and collections and facilitate connections between the departments and the library;
• Work with colleagues in Library units such as Learning & Engagement, Collections, and the Liaison Group;
• Develop professional knowledge, skills, and disciplinary expertise;
• Incorporate SFU Library’s commitments to equity, inclusion, and decolonization into all planning and activities;
• Option to participate in working groups, committees, task groups, etc.;
• Option to engage in research activities;
• Advance the values and goals outlined in the Library’s Strategic Plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

While the search committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all the qualifications in equal measure, the following qualifications are presented in priority-order and will be used in the assessment of candidates for the position.

• Master's degree in Library or Information Studies from an ALA accredited program, or its equivalent (required);
• Ability to provide research support in a complex and collaborative environment, preferably with experience or academic background in the social sciences and legal research;
• Skill in planning and delivering instruction;
• Ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds;
• Capacity to support researchers conducting evidence/knowledge synthesis research (e.g. systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, etc.);
• Familiarity with disciplinary research tools (e.g. legal research and information sources, Covidence, subject-specific databases, advanced search strategies, etc.);
• Commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and decolonization in operational work, with an interest in supporting social justice and Indigenous initiatives;
• Ability to develop, maintain, and grow professional relationships;
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (oral and written). These skills include but are not limited to strong listening skills, a collaborative approach, and the curiosity and willingness to ask questions;
• Ability to learn, adapt and work in a collegial team environment;
• Commitment to continued professional development.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

This is a 0.8FTE limited-term Librarian appointment. The position will start as soon as the successful candidate is available and end on May 3, 2026.

Librarians and Division Heads are members of the SFU Faculty Association. Terms, conditions and benefits of employment are outlined in the Collective Agreement: https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html

The successful applicant will be appointed at a rank and salary level commensurate with their experience and qualifications. Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is Librarian/Archivist 1 $85,619 to Librarian/Archivist 3 $136,503. Current salary scales are available from: https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/salary.html

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all genders, racialized persons, persons of First Nations, Inuit, or Métis heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as LGBTQ2SIA+.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see: https://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/academic-careers.html

Information about what to expect when you apply for a librarian position at SFU is available here: https://www.lib.sfu.ca/about/overview/employment/what-expect-librarian-position

TO APPLY

To be given assured consideration applications must be submitted by email in one consolidated PDF document with cover letter and curriculum vitae by 9:00 AM PDT on Monday, May 12 to:

Susie Smith
Library Management Office
W.A.C. Bennett Library
Simon Fraser University
Phone: 778-782-4658
Fax: 778-782-3023
Email: library@sfu.ca