University Librarian at King David University of Medical Sciences (KDUMS)

Location: Uburu, Ebonyi

The Position and Duties

• The University Librarian is a Principal Officer of the University responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration and management of the University Library and the coordination of the Library services in all the Departments, Faculties, Colleges, Institutes and other academic units of the University.
• The successful candidate will be expected to provide leadership and guidance to the University Management in all aspects of Library matters including e-library.

Qualifications
Candidate for this post:

• Must not be less than a Deputy University Librarian / Reader / Associate Professor by rank and should possess a good Honours Degree, Master's and Ph.D in Library / Information Science from a recognized University.
• He/she must have at least fifteen (15) years relevant experience in the University system, not less than five (5) of which must be at the level of Deputy University Librarian / Reader / Associate Professor.
• The candidate must show evidence of substantial contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable journals. In addition, the candidate should be able to show a clear understanding of modern day University Library, demonstrate considerable experience in its management and administration.
• The candidate must have the ability to initiate research and must be knowledgeable in the application of relevant computer softwares and library operations / services, especially the e-library.
• The candidate must be at least a registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN), and must not be older 55 years at the time of assumption of duty.

Salary / Conditions of Service

• The appointment is for one year contract, while salary and other conditions of service shall be as approved for Librarians of Nigerian Universities by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Governing Council of King David University of Medical Sciences, Uburu.