Digital and Information Skills Officer
Gardens, Libraries, and Museums (GLAM), University of Oxford Closing date: Wed, 07 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £40k-£50k
- Apply now
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Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the Bodleian Libraries' Information Skills team at an exciting time as we transform information literacy support for Oxford's students and researchers, with a particular focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI).
You will help develop and deliver our iSkills programme, create guidance and training on the responsible use of AI in research, explore innovative AI tools and support subject librarians in developing discipline-specific support for departments. You will also work with teams across the University to help shape the Bodleian's approach to AI policy, digital literacy and emerging technologies.
This is a fixed-term post for 3 years. The role is available full time at 37.5 hours per week, although part-time working at 0.6 FTE or above can be considered. Hybrid working is also supported.
Job Requirements
About You
You will be educated to degree level, or have equivalent professional experience, be proficient in information retrieval and critical evaluation skills.
You will have knowledge of AI and Machine Learning gained through study or professional experience, alongside strong digital, communication and organisational skills.
You will be comfortable working independently, learning new technologies and communicating complex ideas clearly to different audiences.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Digital and Information Skills Officer
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Libraries
- Role: IT
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Wed, 07 Oct 2026
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Location:
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Job: Digital and Information Skills Officer
Job: Digital and Information Skills Officer
Organisation: Gardens, Libraries, and Museums (GLAM), University of Oxford
Postcode: OX2 0EW
How to Apply
How to Apply
You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered.
Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (BST) on Wednesday 7 October 2026 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place on 30 October.
- Contact name: GLAM Recruitment
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Gardens, Libraries, and Museums (GLAM), University of Oxford
Oxford University’s Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) house some of the world's most significant collections. They provide important places of scholarly enquiry and serve as the front door to the wealth of knowledge and research generated at Oxford, welcoming over 3 million visitors each year. We form one of the greatest concentrations of university collections in the world.