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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Library invites applications for an Electronic Resources Librarian. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Libraries, Collections & Content Strategy. This full-time, 12-month position will provide leadership and expertise in the management and organization of SFU’s electronic resources. In collaboration with colleagues in the Resource Acquisition, Management, and Metadata (RAMM) and Collections Management Divisions, the successful candidate will coordinate workflows related to managing the life cycle of the Library’s electronic resources. 

This position will appeal to highly analytical and collaborative individuals with excellent communication skills, and a user-centered focus. The committee encourages all applications, including those from 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: 

We acknowledge the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), sÉ™l̓ílwÉ™taʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícÌ“É™yÌ“ (Katzie), and kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) peoples, on whose traditional territories Â鶹ÊÓƵ's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for Reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

Ranked by respected national surveys as one of Canada’s top three comprehensive universities for the past 20 years, Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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, and one of Canada's top family-friendly employers. Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers more than 100 undergraduate major and joint major programs and more than 75 graduate offerings, spanning many disciplines in eight faculties, and 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 Fraser Library is at Â鶹ÊÓƵSurrey.

The Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary 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. Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary 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 .

The Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary commits to a continuous process of transformation to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion and to serve the cause of social justice. The provides more information. 

ASSIGNMENT:

• Manage licensing of electronic resources, including reviewing licenses, ensuring approval and signatures from administrators and vendors, and overseeing maintenance of license files; 

• Oversee the management of electronic collections in Alma, the Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary’s Integrated Library System; this includes license information, A-Z list of databases, authentication (EZproxy), and managing the vendor-provided central index for electronic resources; 

• Provide oversight for ongoing collection of electronic resource statistics; provide collection analyses and provide statistical and other reports as required; &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

• Oversee, support and provide direction to the electronic resources support team and other staff as necessary, including the troubleshooting and resolution of access and content-related issues; 

• Monitor and address issues resulting from publisher platform and content changes; 

• Communicate with end users, vendors, colleagues and others as needed; 

• Investigate potential new electronic resources; &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

• Collaborate with Acquisitions and Collections Management staff to assess renewals and new resources; 

• Enact the equity, diversity and inclusion commitments of the Library and University through all functions of the role; 

• Maintain current awareness of emerging trends and developments in the management of and marketplace for electronic resources and scholarly communication; 

• Advance the values and goals outlined in the Academic Plan: Library; &²Ô²ú²õ±è;

• Perform other duties and assist with special projects as assigned. 

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.

• A Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies from an ALA accredited program, or its equivalent, is a required qualification for this position;

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience; 

• Demonstrated understanding of the electronic resources life cycle; 

• Demonstrated understanding of licensing issues for electronic resources suitable for an academic library environment; 

• Basic understanding of current e-resource standards and protocols (e.g., COUNTER, COUNTER API (formerly SUSHI) and KBART); 

• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, both orally 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 work in a complex environment by establishing priorities and maintaining a balance between short and long-term goals;   

• Very good organizational, time management and project management skills; 

• Very good analytical and problem-solving skills; 

• Commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, and decolonization in operational work, with an interest in supporting social justice and Indigenous initiatives;  

• Experience working in an academic library setting; 

• Experience working with vendors and publishers and reviewing and processing licenses; 

• Experience working with Integrated Library and Discovery systems, such as Alma and Primo (Ex Libris). 

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT: 

This is a full-time, 12-month Librarian appointment, with an anticipated start date in January 2027.

Librarians are members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. Terms, conditions and benefits of employment are outlined in the Collective Agreement. Benefits are available from the Faculty Relations website. 

The successful applicant will be appointed at a rank and salary level commensurate with their experience and qualifications. For more information about eligibility and requirements for appointment at each Librarian rank, please see SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement Article Art 36.14 – 36.25. Faculty salaries at Â鶹ÊÓƵare based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is as follows (dependent on experience):

• Librarian 1: $85,619 

• Librarian 2: $91,979

• Librarian 3: $104,700 to $136,503

• Librarian 4: $117,421 to $142,863

Current salary scales are available from: /faculty-relations/salary.html. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Â鶹ÊÓƵis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. If you have questions in advance of applying, please send an email to library@sfu.ca.

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/Â鶹ÊÓƵCollective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice on the Current Openings webpage.

Information about what to expect when you apply for a librarian position at Â鶹ÊÓƵis available here:

TO APPLY: 

To be given assured consideration, applications must be submitted by email in one consolidated PDF document with cover letter (1-2 pages) and curriculum vitae by 9:00 am Pacific Time on November 12th, 2026. The search committee anticipates that shortlisting and interviews for this position will take place in November and December 2026.

Applications should be submitted to:

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Library invites applications for the position of Knowledge Synthesis Librarian. Reporting to the Head, Research Commons and based at the W.A.C. Bennett Library on SFU’s Burnaby campus, this position leads the development, delivery, and advancement of knowledge synthesis services at Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary. The successful candidate will play a key role in collaboratively establishing a sustainable and scalable service model that supports researchers across disciplines and advances institutional capacity in knowledge synthesis. The incumbent will provide support across disciplines on systematic reviews and other forms of knowledge synthesis, including resource and guideline development, consultations, and potential co-authorship. The Knowledge Synthesis Librarian will develop and deliver instruction and programming to build research-skill capacity through workshops and courses. They will have excellent communication and collaboration skills and will work with and support students, librarians, researchers, and professional staff. The incumbent will also work collaboratively with SFU’s Knowledge Mobilization Hub and specifically Knowledge Link, which provides evidence synthesis services to external partners. The Knowledge Synthesis Librarian will be aware of trends in knowledge synthesis, energized by advancing change within a large, collegial organization, and prepared to contribute to the Library and University within the context of SFU’s governance structures.

SETTING 

We acknowledge the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), sÉ™l̓ílwÉ™taʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícÌ“É™yÌ“ (Katzie), and kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) peoples, on whose traditional territories Â鶹ÊÓƵ's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for Reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices. 

Ranked by respected national surveys as one of Canada’s top three comprehensive universities for the past 20 years, Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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, and one of Canada's top family-friendly employers. Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers more than 100 undergraduate major and joint major programs and more than 75 graduate offerings, spanning many disciplines in eight faculties, and 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 Fraser Library is at Â鶹ÊÓƵSurrey. 

The Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary 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. Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary 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.

The Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary is committed to a continuous process of transformation to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to serve the cause of social justice. The provides more information.

ASSIGNMENT:

• Lead the development and implementation of a sustainable knowledge synthesis service model for Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary that balances researcher needs with library capacity

• Provide expert consultation and support for systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, and other knowledge syntheses in subject areas outside the Â鶹ÊÓƵStephens Family School of Medicine

• Maintain an active portfolio of knowledge synthesis consultations and research partnerships

• Develop and maintain web content, tutorials, guides, and other resources that support self-directed knowledge synthesis learning

• Design and deliver workshops, consultations, customized training, and educational programming on knowledge synthesis methods, tools, and best practices

• Advance librarian knowledge synthesis competencies at Â鶹ÊÓƵthrough mentoring, training, and the development of shared practices and resources 

• Integrate knowledge synthesis learning into curricula, graduate student research, theses, and faculty research initiatives in collaboration with librarians, faculty, and other partners

• Provide expertise and guidance on best practices related to the use of AI and other emerging technologies in knowledge synthesis work

• Contribute to scholarship, service, and engagement with relevant University and professional communities

• Participate in appropriate professional activities at the local, regional, national, or international level

• Advance the Library’s values and the goals outlined in the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Library Academic Plan 2025-30

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program or an equivalent recognized qualification

• Extensive experience conducting or supporting systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, and other knowledge synthesis approaches 

• Expertise with knowledge synthesis management and related research tools (e.g., Covidence, Rayyan, NVivo, and citation management software)

• Demonstrated understanding of standards and reporting frameworks for knowledge synthesis across disciplines 

• Understanding of qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, and applied research approaches across disciplines

• Extensive experience designing and delivering knowledge synthesis workshops, consultations, and online learning materials

• Experience participating on research teams, contributing to protocols, publications, grants, and knowledge mobilization activities

• Demonstrated current awareness of best practices around AI use in knowledge synthesis including the opportunities and limitations of AI-assisted searching, screening, data extraction, and analysis

• Ability to lead the development and implementation of a sustainable knowledge synthesis service model for Â鶹ÊÓƵLibrary

• Record of scholarly activity, presentations, publications, or professional engagement  

• Record of professional development and learning that is attentive to trends and best practices in academic libraries or related fields

• Proven ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment.

• Sustained commitment to and record of engagement in equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives

• Knowledge and record of advancing decolonial activities

• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills, including clear, effective oral and written communication

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

This is a full-time continuing Librarian appointment, with an anticipated start date in January 2027 or as soon as the successful candidate is available.

Librarians are members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. Terms, conditions and benefits of employment are outlined in the Collective Agreement: /faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html. Benefits including family, housing, relocation resources, down payment assistance (A21.07), and other supports are available from the Faculty Relations website.  

The successful applicant will be appointed at a rank and salary level commensurate with their experience and qualifications. For more information about eligibility and requirements for appointment at each Librarian rank, please see SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement Article Art 36.14 – 36.25. Faculty salaries at Â鶹ÊÓƵare based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. Minimum salary for Librarian ranks 2-4 are as follows: Librarian 2 $91,979; Librarian 3 is $104,700 and Librarian 4 $117,421. Current salary scales are available from: /faculty-relations/salary.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. If you have questions in advance of applying, please send an email to library@sfu.ca

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/Â鶹ÊÓƵCollective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

Information about what to expect when you apply for a librarian position at Â鶹ÊÓƵis available here:

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 October 26, 2026. The search committee anticipates that shortlisting and interviews for this position will take place in November and December 2026.

Applications should be submitted to: 

Susie Smith 
Library Management Office 
W.A.C. Bennett Library 
Â鶹ÊÓƵ 
Phone: 778-782-4658 
Fax: 778-782-3023 
Email: library@sfu.ca