UC Irvine is hiring: Research Librarian for Engineering in Irvine

Overview

Position Overview

Salary range: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience based on the University of California pay scales. Appointment is anticipated to be at the Assistant Librarian, Associate Librarian, or Librarian rank with a salary of $72,224-$102,121. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and salary point at appointment. See Table for Represented Librarians.

Application Window

Open date: April 13, 2026

Next review date: Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

Research Librarian for Engineering

The University of California, Irvine Libraries seeks an energetic, creative, knowledgeable, and user-oriented Research Librarian for Engineering to serve as liaison to the Samueli School of Engineering, which includes the following six departments: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, Materials Science and Engineering, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

The UC Irvine Libraries are fully committed to inclusive excellence and we encourage applicants to address how their skills, expertise, and experiences might serve the varied communities of California. Please include relevant information in any of your application materials. Qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The Research Librarian for Engineering will be a member of the Collection Strategies Department, reporting to the Head of Collection Strategies. Core responsibilities include:

• Serve as a liaison to faculty and students in the Samueli School of Engineering to ensure research and information needs are met and to promote the Libraries’ services and resources.


• Provide specialized instruction, subject guides, research consultations, and outreach services to the Samueli School of Engineering.


• Analyze trends in research, teaching, scholarly communications, and publishing in assigned areas.


• Select, assess, and manage collections and resources for assigned disciplines to support teaching and research needs on campus.


• Maintain sufficient knowledge to provide general reference assistance and participate in Libraries’ information literacy initiatives.


• Collaborate with librarians and staff across the Libraries on projects that further the Libraries’ strategic goals.


• Collaborate with Engineering, STEM, and/or science librarians to coordinate purchases, services, and systemwide projects.


• Join a team focused on providing leadership to develop, plan, promote, deliver, manage, and evaluate the Libraries’ collections and services.


• Other duties as assigned, including permanent or interim subject liaison responsibilities depending on interests, background, and library needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and library experience.


• Educational background and/or library experience in engineering or other applied science field.


• Knowledge of engineering or applied sciences disciplines, including familiarity with research methods, scholarly communication practices, and resources used in engineering or related STEM fields.


• Demonstrated experience teaching in a library or higher education setting using information literacy frameworks to support engineering or STEM disciplines.


• Demonstrated interest in working with students and faculty.


• Commitment to user-centered library services.


• Strong interest in how libraries can support open access and data management policies.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively to support teamwork and inclusive excellence within the UC Irvine Libraries and the campus.


• Ability to meet the University of California criteria for advancement and promotion.

Preferred

• Familiarity with information formats such as engineering standards, technical reports, or patents.


• Understanding of key issues in engineering collection development or scholarly communication.


• Interest or background with generative AI, data analysis, or other emerging technologies that could support engineering research.


• Experience building partnerships to enhance learning and student success.

The Collection Strategies Department

The Collection Strategies Department develops, delivers, and preserves the UC Irvine Libraries collection of significant and diverse research resources. The department oversees collection development activities, involving subject specialist bibliographers, manages library collections, and fosters relationships with faculty, students, and staff engaged in knowledge production.

The UC Irvine Libraries

At the heart of UC Irvine’s academic community, the Libraries enable students, faculty, and researchers to create new knowledge, develop lifelong learning skills, and contribute to society. We value innovation, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our DEI commitments are described in our Diversity Statement and Plan. The Libraries received the 2024 LEAD Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine for DEI leadership.

Locations include Langson Library, Science Library, Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library. The library collection includes over 4.3 million volumes, 254,000 journals and serial titles, and an expanding portfolio of electronic resources. The Libraries collaborate with other UC campuses and the California Digital Library. The public website provides access to e-resources, print and archival collections, and research guides.

The UC Irvine Libraries employ approximately 140 full-time librarians and staff and offer professional development opportunities. The Libraries are a member of several national and regional library consortia and organizations.

University of California, Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is located on over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean. UC Irvine fosters diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to equal opportunity for all qualified applicants. The following policies and notices apply: UC EEO policy; UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy; UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties; and AP stuff as applicable.

Deadline for Applications: Applications received by May 11, 2026 will receive first consideration.

To Apply: Qualified applicants should submit cover letter, résumé, and list of three references via UC IRVINE AP Recruit. Applicants must have legal right to work in the U.S. Verification may be required between final selection and hiring.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10110

Basic Qualifications (required At Time Of Application)

• Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and library experience.


• Educational background and/or library experience in engineering or other applied science field.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter - Address qualifications in a cover letter.


• Curriculum Vitae - Updated CV; resume-style preferred.


• List of Reference Contacts - Names of 3 potential references with contact information and brief relationship statement. Do not include letters of recommendation here.

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories per UC policy.

As a condition of employment, finalists may need to disclose if they have any final administrative or judicial decisions in the last seven years relating to misconduct. This includes misconduct definitions and related policies.

Job location
Irvine, CA