Position Details

We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation within Alberta (Nose Hill Métis District 5 and Elbow Métis District 6).

Description

Libraries and Cultural Resources at the University of Calgary invites applications for a six-month Sessional Librarian position with responsibilities at the rank of Assistant Librarian. The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2026. This is an in-person job in our Health Sciences Library on the Foothills Campus.

Libraries and Cultural Resources (LCR) is a leader in the development of innovative information resources and services, locally, nationally and internationally. In a converged environment, it successfully incorporates the resources and services of libraries, institutional and research archives, rare books and special collections, art galleries, and a university press to provide outstanding support for scholarship, learning and the creation of knowledge.

Position Responsibilities

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Student Learning and Engagement and working in collaboration with colleagues in LCR and across campus, the successful candidate will have a strong commitment to student-centered service delivery and will deliver outreach support, course and program-integrated information literacy instruction for faculty, students and scholars in the health sciences in support of the research and teaching mission of the University of Calgary.

Responsibilities will include:

Designing and delivering specialized course-based instruction and workshops to students and faculty in the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program as well as students and trainees in the Cumming School of Medicine. This will include the design and implementation of appropriate online learning and digital tools, and the strategic assessment of instruction, and student learning outcomes.
Actively engaging with faculty members, students, and staff to promote and market library programs, services, and resources through unit, campus and other outreach opportunities.
Providing reference and research support services in multiple formats (chat, email, phone, consultation) including limited support for systematic reviews.
Work collaboratively with other librarians on learning and research activities, minimal collections development, as well as student/faculty engagement
Limited support for research grant applications and funded projects.
Contributing to the collaborative delivery of library services to faculty, students, and staff through team teaching, resource sharing, and participation in collaborative projects.
Maintaining awareness of current and emerging trends both in the University and in librarianship and proactively identifying appropriate service responses.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited program in librarianship, or recognized equivalent.
Evidence of a strong service orientation, and the instructional applications and technologies necessary to support the needs of students and faculty.
Comfort and familiarity with evidence and knowledge synthesis methodologies.
Evidence of ability to plan and implement programming and outreach services for users coming from various backgrounds and subject disciplines.
Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and productive collaborations with staff and faculty.
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team member in a dynamic environment and on a variety of simultaneous projects.
Demonstrated ability to adjust priorities, take initiative, set goals, manage time wisely, and make quick effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

An interdisciplinary undergraduate or graduate degree.
Experience working in a health sciences library or in a health-related field
Familiarity with current issues and trends in library technology and information resources, and experience in supporting systematic reviews.
Experience in conducting library instruction or teaching in an academic environment.
Demonstrated commitment to user instruction and to consultation with users on their information decision and strategy needs.

Application Procedure

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the “Apply Now” link. Please submit a letter of application addressing background and experience relevant to the position, a current curriculum vitae and the contact information for three professional references, in one PDF.

Application deadline: June 1, 2026

For further information or questions please contact:
Administrative Coordinator
Libraries and Cultural Resources
University of Calgary
email: lcrhr@ucalgary.ca

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii’ taa’poh’to’p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments(oic@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Libraries and Cultural Resources, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university’s commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.