Careers at AUM

Vacancies

The American University of Malta is an equal-opportunity institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation or disability in its admissions, student aid, employment practices, education programs or other related activities.
We invite you to explore our website and learn how HR partners with the university to achieve its strategic goals. The university’s vision guides HR operations to recruit, retain and engage a team of well-qualified employees.

We’re Hiring!

We’re looking for qualified individuals with the passion and talent to help AUM fulfill its mission. We’re growing fast and new faculty, staff, administrative and professional positions are opening up every day.

Make sure to send your application to hr@aum.edu.mt

Administration

Librarian

Vacancy Open Date : 05/06/23 – Until filled

Librarian

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Heading the library and effectively managing library staff.
  • Heading the Library committee which oversees new acquisitions, and new or updates to library policies.
  • Arranging the purchase of books, ebooks, software resources, and other learning materials directly related to the courses being offered by our institution.
  • Overseeing the acquisition and timely renewal of subscriptions to research-related library resources, ensuring access to up-to-date and relevant materials for our faculty and students.
  • Arranging library-related workshops and training.
  • Participating in student orientations related to Library use.
  • Overseeing the submission of theses and projects submitted by students to the Library, including being the gatekeeper for integrity checks using Turnitin.
  • Participating in the University Academic Integrity committee (including possibly as chair).
  • Participating as a member of the University Academic Council.

 Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

Educational Qualifications:

– Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a European or an American accredited program.

– Minimum of 4 years of experience in a library setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

– Experience with library acquisitions and collection development.

– Experience managing staff and running a team.

– Experience with digital libraries, database searching, internet literacy, and information retrieval.

– Experience with academic integrity issues, including the use of plagiarism detection software like Turnitin.

– Previous involvement in a university or academic council is beneficial.

– Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

– Knowledge of library operations and administration.

– Proficiency in library automation systems and databases.

– Understanding of library budget management and procurement.

– Familiarity with academic integrity policies and procedures.

– Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

– Proficiency in English.

– Proficiency in information technology, and familiarity with the latest trends in library science, such as digital archiving and electronic resources                management.

Interested applicants should send a CV to hr@aum.edu.mt with the topic “Librarian”.

Contact the HR Office

Elena Chernitskaya

HR Manager

If you have any questions about careers at AUM, make sure to contact our HR team.