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About the role

The East Asia Section of the Bodleian Libraries is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated and creative individual to work as the Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies), supporting world class research and teaching in Chinese and Korean Studies for Social Sciences and the Humanities.

 

You will develop electronic and print collections in your area/s of responsibility, subject to budgetary constraint, and manage and maintain online research guides and channels of communication. You will liaise with and provide research support (provision of advice, assistance and training) for the students and staff in the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies and the School of Global and Area Studies, promote information and digital literacies, and develop, manage and interpret the Library’s Chinese and Korean Studies collections.

 

You will have day-to-day oversight of the KB Chen China Centre Library, in liaison with the Head of the East Asia Section, and you will line-manage a small team in delivery of high-quality frontline services to the University and external readers. As a key member of the East Asia Section management team, you will initiate and implement ongoing development of the services and collections in the East Asia Section, including information and digital literacies, open access scholarship, review of lending policies, staff training and development, as well as other areas of strategic importance.

 

This is a permanent, full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week.

 

Due to the nature of duties involved, the post doesn’t support remote or home working.

 

About You

You will have excellent knowledge of Chinese language (written and spoken) and literature, ability to read classical Chinese, a working knowledge of Korean language and experience of print and electronic resources for the academic study of Chinese and Korean, with genuine enthusiasm for the discipline.

 

Practical experience of library work or other information support at a relevant level within an academic (or similar) environment is also essential.

 

You will have an in-depth understanding of researcher and student information needs, and of the activities, discourse, approaches and scholarly communication patterns in the relevant academic disciplines.

 

A professional library qualification is desirable.

 

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:


  • An excellent contributory pension scheme

  • 38 days of annual leave

  • A comprehensive range of childcare services

  • Family leave schemes

  • Cycle loan scheme

  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans


More information is available at  https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits

 

Diversity

Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave.

 

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require the job description or any other materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk.

 

How to apply

You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered.

 

We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Mamtimyn Sunuodula, Head of East Asian Section, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (Mamtimyn.Sunuodula@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk).

 

Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (BST) on Monday 16 June 2025 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 1 July 2025.
"""^^ . "has exact match"@en . "K.B. Chen China Centre Library" . . """Job description and selection criteria Job title Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies) Division Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) Department Bodleian Libraries KB Chen China Centre Library, Dickson Poon Building, Canterbury Road, OX2 6LU Location Bodleian Japanese Library, Nissan Winchester Road, Oxford OX2 6NA Institute Building, 27 Other Bodleian Humanities Libraries as required (in emergencies) Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum Hours Full time (37.5 hours) Contract type Permanent Reporting to Head of East Asia Section Vacancy reference 176910 You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement with your application, outlining how you meet each of the selection criteria for the role (see the ‘How to Apply’ section for further details). Additional information We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all applicants. If you require the job description or any other application materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you with any part of the application process, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk. Further information about the accessibility of our buildings and facilities can be found in the https://www.accessguide.ox.ac.uk/. Closing date 12.00 midday BST Monday 16 June 2025 Job description Overview of the role The post-holder will support the research and teaching/learning needs of staff and students of Chinese and Korean and others studying or carrying out research in the subjects through:      Liaison with the academic community Managing and developing collections for the designated subject area Being the principal contact in the designated subject area Line management responsibilities Site management responsibilities The post-holder works constructively and flexibly in several teams, principally in the East Asia Team; the Asian and Middle Eastern Collections Team, as well as with subject specialists and other staff in various Bodleian Libraries, including the relevant technical services supervisor(s) and reader services supervisor(s), also the Open Scholarship, Public Engagement and Communications teams. Responsibilities 1) Liaise and communicate, informally as well as formally via Committees for Library Provision & Strategy and other faculty committees, with academics, researchers and students of relevant Faculties and Departments. 2) Provide an efficient and effective library and information service for Chinese and Korean studies and to all users of the KB Chen China Centre Library, in person and remotely, taking full account of user needs, budgetary considerations and Bodleian Libraries strategic priorities. 3) Maintain an informed commitment to the support of university teaching, research and scholarship, and the skills and knowledge required to successfully navigate relevant subject areas at an advanced level. 4) Develop, maintain and implement collection development policies within the relevant subject areas in line with overarching Bodleian Libraries’ collection policies and, working within a budget, select and/or purchase library materials in line with these policies. 5) Effectively advocate for online educational resources, including reading lists, and negotiate successfully with Departments to ensure that students have all the resources necessary for their courses at the time that they need them. 6) Signpost and interpret Oxford’s rich digital, print and manuscript resources to students, researchers and the public - e.g. through development and upkeep of online guides, live chat, answering enquiries. 7) Be a powerful advocate for research and information skills - supporting student learning, supporting graduate students to become independent researchers, and supporting existing researchers to continue to develop their ability to navigate the changing information landscape. Includes the provision of group and one-to-one training and induction sessions. 8) Provide a coordinating role across the Bodleian Chinese and Korean studies area in the delivery of training and inductions; public engagement; data management and visualisation; scholarly communications; new technologies. Page 2 of 9 9) Explain the significance of your collections in a way that captures the imagination of nonspecialists and help members of the Oxford’s academic community in Public Engagement with Research, e.g. through exhibitions and participating in activities with the public. 10) Oversee the day-to-day management of the KB Chen Chinese Studies Library; line management of staff and ensuring compliance with a range of administrative policies and procedures concerning personnel, finance, health and safety and estates matters. 11) Develop and maintain constructive professional relationships with colleagues in all areas of the library and the wider academic community including relevant staff at the University of Oxford China Centre and St Hugh’s College and conduct negotiations in a mutually respectful manner. Participate in external professional networks as appropriate to the role. 12) Make a positive contribution to the broader objectives of the Bodleian Libraries and the wider University - including Chairing and/or contributing to committees and working groups, (e.g. subject committees, recruitment panels). Other duties  Participation in the weekday and weekend staffing rotas of the East Asian libraries; emergency cover in other Humanities libraries  Working on some Bank Holidays  Participate in a regular Annual Review  Undertake any necessary training identified  Comply with health and safety regulations  Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for Academic Related Staff  Any other duties that may be required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the job The Bodleian Libraries reserve the right to make reasonable amendments to the job description in consultation with the post-holder at any time. East Asia Section The East Asia Section of the Bodleian Libraries consists of the Chinese, Japanese and Korean Studies Librarians and the support staff at Bodleian KB Chen China Centre Library and Bodleian Japanese Library. It is part of the Asian and Middle Eastern Collections and embedded within the Bodleian Humanities Libraries and Bodleian Library Special Collections. KB Chen China Centre Library Bodleian KB Chen China Centre Library primarily serves the needs of students, staff and visitors studying all aspects of China in Oxford. It offers over 70 reader seats in its state-of-the-art library building in the University of Oxford China Centre and holds a collection of over 50,000 volumes of books in Chinese, English and other languages on its open access shelves. Further information about the Library and Bodleian Library’s Chinese collection can be found at: https://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/libraries/china Page 3 of 9 Bodleian Japanese Library The Bodleian Japanese Library (BJL) houses the University's principal collections relating to Japan. BJL is a library space embedded within the Nissan Institute of Japanese Studies, with seating for more than 45 users. Further information about BJL and its research collection can be found at: https://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/libraries/japanese-library Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1) A degree in a relevant discipline. 2) Practical experience of library work or other information support at a relevant level within an academic (or similar) environment. 3) Excellent knowledge of the Chinese language (written and spoken) and literature, ability to read classical Chinese and a working knowledge of Korean. 4) Significant experience of print and electronic resources for the academic study of Chinese, with genuine enthusiasm for the discipline. 5) Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English to a wide range of staff, users, external stakeholders, and general audiences. 6) Experience of building effective working relationships and working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders. 7) Evidence of successful planning, problem-solving and decision-making. 8) An in-depth understanding of researcher and student information needs, and of the activities, discourse, approaches and scholarly communication patterns in the relevant academic disciplines. 9) Excellent IT/digital skills, with proven proficiency in office applications, social media, electronic publication platforms and knowledge of relevant digital standards. 10) Proficiency in relevant subject databases and other pertinent research tools. Desirable selection criteria 1) Experience of selecting library materials and resources in a relevant subject area. 2) Management experience. 3) Experience of managing a budget. 4) Experience of planning and delivering teaching or training. 5) An enthusiasm for engaging with the wider public in support of library collections and in support of Public Engagement with Research. 6) A professional library qualification. Page 4 of 9 Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows:  Regular manual handling  Travel outside of Europe or North America on University Business About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. Radcliffe Camera in Radcliffe Square We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK Page 5 of 9 for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) The Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) group includes the providers of the major academic services to the divisions, and also departments with responsibilities including, but extending beyond, the immediate teaching and research needs of the University. The collections embodied within these departments are an essential part of the University’s wider nature and mission. They are part of its heritage as the country’s oldest University and now form a resource of national and international importance for teaching, research and cultural life; they also make a major contribution to the University’s outreach and access missions. For more information please visit: https://www.glam.ox.ac.uk/home The Bodleian Libraries The Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford is the largest university library system in the United Kingdom. It includes the principal University library – the Bodleian Library – which has been a legal deposit library for 400 years; as well as 27 libraries across Oxford including major research libraries and faculty, department and institute libraries. Together, the Libraries hold more than 13 million printed items, over 80,000 e-journals and outstanding special collections including rare books and manuscripts, classical papyri, maps, music, art and printed ephemera. Members of the public can explore the collections via the Bodleian’s online image portal at digital.bodleian.ox.ac.uk or by visiting the exhibition galleries in the Bodleian’s Weston Library. For more information please visit: http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/ How to apply Applications are made through our e-recruitment system and you will find all the information you need about how to apply on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Page 6 of 9 Please note that if you do not upload a completed supporting statement and a CV, we will be unable to consider your application for this role. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. References Please give the details of two people who have agreed to provide a reference for you. If you have previously been employed, your referees should be people who have managed you for a considerable period, and at least one of them should be your formal line manager in your most recent job. Otherwise they may be people who have supervised you in a recent college, school, or voluntary experience. It is helpful if you can tell us briefly how each referee knows you (e.g. ‘line manager’, ‘college tutor’). Your referees should not be related to you. Your referees will be asked to comment on your suitability for the post and to provide details of the dates of your employment; and of any disciplinary processes which are still considered ‘live’. We will only take up references at offer stage. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly on recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Relocation At the moment, the Bodleian Libraries is not offering relocation expenses to this post. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Page 7 of 9 Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Photographs: Copyright Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, flexible working options, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Spectrum.Life, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/spectrum.life University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits Page 8 of 9 We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector (see https://hr.web.ox.ac.uk/family-leave). Our Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high-quality childcare options at affordable prices for staff. In addition to 5 University nurseries, we partner with a number of local providers to offer in excess of 450 full time nursery places to our staff. Eligible parents are able to pay for childcare through salary sacrifice, further reducing costs. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/. Supporting disability and health-related issues (inc menopause) We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including those experiencing negative effects of menopause. Information about the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, is at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support. For information about how we support those going through menopause see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/menopause-guidance Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including for research staff, BME staff, LGBT+ staff, disabled staff network and those going through menopause. Find out more at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Research staff The Researcher Hub supports all researchers on fixed-term contracts. They aim to help you settle in comfortably, make connections, grow as a person, extend your research expertise and approach your next career step with confidence. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/researcher-hub Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. They also organise social and professional networking activities for researchers. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxfordresearch-staff-society Page 9 of 9 """^^ . _:N970998368dd541329500cd3f57497399 "OX2 6LU" . "University of Oxford" . . "library description page" . "17" . . . . . "K B Chen China Centre Library" . . . . "locality"@en . . . "Format"@en . "primary Site"@en . . "OUCS code" . . "building" . . "Description of Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies)" . "OxPoints"@en . . . . . . _:N22cd30e7e85e42f28a87d79224829398 "+44-1865-270708" . . "longitude" . . 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You will have day-to-day oversight of the KB Chen China Centre Library, in liaison with the Head of the East Asia Section, and you will line-manage a small team in delivery of high-quality frontline services to the University and external readers. As a key member of the East Asia Section management team, you will initiate and implement ongoing development of the services and collections in the East Asia Section, including information and digital literacies, open access scholarship, review of lending policies, staff training and development, as well as other areas of strategic importance. This is a permanent, full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of duties involved, the post doesn’t support remote or home working. **About You** You will have excellent knowledge of Chinese language (written and spoken) and literature, ability to read classical Chinese, a working knowledge of Korean language and experience of print and electronic resources for the academic study of Chinese and Korean, with genuine enthusiasm for the discipline. Practical experience of library work or other information support at a relevant level within an academic (or similar) environment is also essential. You will have an in-depth understanding of researcher and student information needs, and of the activities, discourse, approaches and scholarly communication patterns in the relevant academic disciplines. A professional library qualification is desirable. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: * An excellent contributory pension scheme * 38 days of annual leave * A comprehensive range of childcare services * Family leave schemes * Cycle loan scheme * Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans More information is available at https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits **Diversity** Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require the job description or any other materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk. **How to apply** You will be required to upload your **CV and a supporting statement** as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered. We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Mamtimyn Sunuodula, Head of East Asian Section, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (Mamtimyn.Sunuodula@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). 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