Manager: Carnegie Research Commons (Post Level 8) at Stellenbosch University

Ref. BIB/145/0625
        
Duties/Pligte        

• Strategic planning and management of the Research Commons and postgraduate support services.
• General human resources management.
• Providing support for reference management, data analysis, and virtual meeting software and tools.
• Managing, coordinating and presenting research support workshops.
• Responsible for the maintenance and administration of the Research Commons spaces.
• Initiating and contributing to projects, committees, and other relevant forums as required.
• Continuous liaising with other research support divisions and entities at Stellenbosch University (SU) and beyond.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes        

• Bachelors' degree in library and information science, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least five years' relevant experience in an academic, research library, or similar environment.
• Understanding of the research lifecycle.
• Knowledge of and experience in the use of new technologies in the research environment, use of research-related applications and digital tools.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience in reference management and software programmes such as EndNote and Zotero.
• Understanding of scholarly communication processes and publication models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good training and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relations.
• Excellent administrative skills.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling        

• Middle management experience in an academic or research library.
• A postgraduate qualification is a strong recommendation.
• Knowledge of changing trends and best practices regarding research support in academic libraries.

Deadline: July 24th, 2025