Senior Bibliographer

Job Title : Senior Bibliographer Pay Scale : Assistant Librarian 2 Closing Date : 10-Mar-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post ID: 038928 Post Summary :- This role, at Assistant Librarian II scale, will involve cataloguing of items within the scope of the Unlocking the Fagel Collection project – specifically, creating records for unique and rare items not found in the Short Title Catalogue of the Netherlands (STCN) and other bibliographic databases (e.g. OCLC WorldCat), and adding records to Trinity’s Library management system. We are looking for candidates with proven experience in comprehensive bibliographic record creation, including analysis of provenance and material characteristics, and with a track-record of delivering to project targets . Post status: Specific Purpose Contract The specific purpose of this contract is for cataloguing items within the final phase of the ‘Unlocking the Fagel Collection’ project, including the creation of original bibliographic records for unique and rare items and the enhancement of catalogue records within Trinity’s Library Management System, together with other duties directly associated with the delivery of this project. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the role exists solely to support the completion of this defined project phase. Upon completion of the cataloguing outputs associated with this final phase, the requirement for the role will cease. This role is externally funded and not a part of the core university funding. Therefore, termination of this contract will occur upon completion of the work in which you are engaged in, or in the event of the funding stream terminating Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Assistant Librarian 2 Salary Scale (€46,704- €64,186per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie) How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Laura Shanahan, Head Of Research Collections LAURA.SHANAHAN@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email the Andrea Free at recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Job spec.pdf 310.9 Information for Applicants.pdf 465.5 Return to Search Apply for Job