Head of Library Services and University Librarian

About The Role

Bournemouth University is seeking an outstanding and forward-thinking leader to join Academic Services as Head of Library Services and University Librarian.

This is a pivotal opportunity to lead the strategic development of a modern, inclusive and digitally enabled Library and Learning Services function that plays a core role in delivering the University’s ambitions under our new strategy, BU2035. You will shape services that are innovative, student-centred and evidence-based, ensuring they respond to the evolving needs of learning, teaching and research in a dynamic higher education environment.

Reporting to the Academic Registrar, you will provide strategic leadership across library services, academic skills, learning support and open research. You will lead the development of high-quality, integrated and accessible services, ensuring they deliver measurable impact on student success, engagement and outcomes, and support the University’s...