St. Francis Hospice Dublin provides a comprehensive range of palliative care services for patients and their families living in North Dublin City and County. 

Librarian

 10.5 hours per week (Fixed Term Contract – 1 year)

Raheny

St Francis Hospice Dublin is looking for a self-motivated Librarian to join our team

Candidates must:

·        Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, as a great part of your job will involve interacting with staff and students associated with the organisation.

·        Hold a professional/academic qualification in Library and Information Studies i.e. an Honours Primary Degree and a Masters or other Postgraduate Qualification in Library and Information Studies or an equivalent qualification in Librarianship, as recognised by the Library Association of Ireland.

• Experience in a health sciences library, professional workplace library or relevant settings.
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge and experience of Library Management Systems.
• Experience managing electronic resources and authentication management.

·        Understanding of copyright, licensing agreements and data protection (GDPR).

·        Experience of managing e-resources, acquisitions and Library Management Systems.

·        Experience in searching health sciences or similar bibliographic databases.

·        Evidence of commitment to relevant professional development.

Informal inquiries to: Barbara Sweeney, Head of Education bsweeney@sfh.ie   

Job description and application form can be downloaded from the Careers page on our website www.sfh.ie/career-opportunities.

Candidates should complete the application form and submit it along with a cover letter and a copy of their Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@sfh.ie.

Closing date for all applications is Friday, 5^th August 2022

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on Thursday, 11^th August 2022

Visit our website at www.sfh.ie

St. Francis Hospice Dublin is an equal opportunities employer