e-Resources and Serials Specialist

Organisation
Birmingham City University
Contact Email
nikita.haribhakta@bcu.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
University Alliance
FTE staff per library service
100 - 149
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
content and cataloguing
Last uploaded
20/08/2026
Last reviewed
1 Year

Job Description

Summary

The e-Resources and Serials Specialist role involves managing and maintaining subscribed content for Library and Learning Resources (L&LR), processing orders and renewals, and collaborating with various library teams and university departments. The role requires someone who can maintain an oversight of licences, understand copyright considerations, and handle enquiries relating to acquisitions and subscriptions. The specialist will also collect and analyse usage data to inform decisions, provide support to library staff, and build effective relationships with suppliers and publishers. The ideal candidate must have a good standard of education, experience in library content and technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and an ability to work both independently and in a team. Knowledge of digital tools, open access, and experience of managing a team are desirable.