Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources & Discovery, Brandeis University - Walth[...]

Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources & Discovery, Brandeis University - Waltham, MA (Waltham)Brandeis University seeks an Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources & Discovery in Library Services. Reporting to the University Librarian, the Associate University Librarian leads a collaborative team, sets strategic direction, develops and executes vision, and manages activities for a major portion of Library Services. The position directly manages regular employees and student workers.Responsibilities include:Lead an innovative staff in developing strategies that support Brandeis University's education and research programs and facilitate worldwide scholarly communication (50 %).Oversee a $4,700,000 resource acquisition budget allocation, acquisition strategies, and facilitate discovery through oversight of library systems and metadata creation; optimize physical and digital collections; manage resource sharing; lead vendor relationships, licensing, and access to growing digital content; build a scholarly communication program; manage preservation of digitized and born-digital materials across their life cycle (20 %).Participate in strategic planning, program development and evaluation, budget formulation, and resource allocation; participate in grants and fundraising and other resource development programs; promote visibility of the Library within and outside Brandeis; develop collaborative relationships with other departments, universities, and organizations; represent the Brandeis Library regionally, nationally, and internationally (20 %).Other duties as required (10 %).The Associate University Librarian is a member of the library's senior management team, participates in strategic planning, program development, evaluation, budget formulation, and resource allocation; participates in grants and fundraising; and promotes the visibility of the Library within and outside Brandeis. The role also manages members of the library's collective bargaining unit governed by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 888.Brandeis University is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all members of our community. Candidates should demonstrate a collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds, experiences, learning approaches, and viewpoints.QualificationsTerminal professional degree in librarianship (e.g., Master's in Library/Information Science).Over 8 years of total work-related experience, including 3-5 years of supervisory/management experience.Significant experience in a research library, including strategic planning and budgeting.Experience in collection development, fund management, and leveraging consortium partnerships.Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and current trends in both digital and physical resource management and operations.Leading and managing organizational change.Collaboration and strategic partnering.Designing and coordinating transformational initiatives and bringing them to timely, successful implementation.Creative integration of automated and manual technical services processes preferred.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including effective spokesperson and presenter.Ability to work successfully in diverse environments and collaborate with varied professional, cultural, and educational backgrounds.Commitment to an environment where all members can access resources, feel respected, and thrive.Record of professional contribution and engagement.Primarily an on-site position.For full consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume/CV by May 11, 2026.Full/Part TimeFull TimeEducationMLS/Master'sSalary Range$119,200.00 – $123,000.00 per yearHow to ApplyFor more information and to apply, please visit: https://brandeis.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Jobs/job/Associate-University-Librarian_R0013024-1Posted2026-04-07J-18808-Ljbffr