Open Educational Resources Librarian

Job Summary

University of Ottawa Library – Open Educational Resources Librarian

The University of Ottawa Library is looking for an innovative, motivated and service-oriented individual to fill the position of Open Educational Resources Librarian. The ideal candidate is a creative and adaptable person who works well with colleagues in a stimulating and changing environment.

Environment:  The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the country’s top research universities and the largest bilingual (French and English) university in the world.  Located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s Capital.

Responsibilities: 

The incumbent is responsible, under the direction of the Senior Manager, Copyright Services, for supporting student success by advancing the creation and use of open and affordable course materials, including open educational resources (OER), and relevant copyright matters at the University of Ottawa. They actively engage in outreach, provide assistance and contribute to the Library’s activities drawing on best practices from regional and national initiatives.

Primarily, the incumbent is responsible for the following work and activities:

Affordable learning, OER, and copyright outreach

• Develop and implement outreach activities at the University that engage faculty and instructors to maximize the creation, adaptation, dissemination and use of affordable course materials, including OER, and the application of fair dealing, open licensing, and other relevant forms of copyright.

Education, resources, and service development

• Provide guidance and resources to faculty, instructors, and students to facilitate the creation, adaptation, dissemination and use of affordable course materials, including OER, and to understand and apply principles of fair dealing, open licensing, and other relevant forms of copyright.

Term: Vacant position – Preliminary appointment leading to continuing appointment.

Benefits: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long term disability insurance, basic life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a University of Ottawa pension plan, optional life insurance, as well as relocation expenses.

Workplace:  Library, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact person: Talia Chung, University Librarian and Dean of Libraries, The University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5.  bcdb-uldl@uottawa.ca (Please indicate the position).

Required skills:

Education: A Master’s degree in Library and Information Sciences (MLIS) from an institution that has been accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent.

Professional experience: 

• Demonstrated experience related to affordable course materials, the textbook landscape, and OER, including OER development and support;
• Working knowledge of Canadian copyright principles, including open licensing and current issues within higher education;
• Excellent leadership, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills;
• A proven service orientation with a willingness to collaborate and share expertise, as well as work in teams and negotiate solutions with diverse groups;
• Experience in project management, organization marketing and assessment of library services;
• Bilingual (English and French), written and spoken, including the ability to make presentations and deliver training in both official languages.

Compensation

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected hiring range for this position would normally be Rank I (salary starting at $73,098), II (salary starting at $86,623) or III (salary starting at $102,206) (As of May 1, 2025).

The University of Ottawa Library would like to thank in advance, those who have submitted a job application.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted for the next stage.

Application Deadline:  October 31, 2026