Open Access Manager - Grade 7

University of Liverpool is looking for the right person to join us as Open Access Manager in Libraries, Museums & Galleries (LMG). We have a pivotal role in leading and supporting open access developments, driven by a strong team supporting open access developments and open research more widely.

Reporting to the Head of Open Research, you’ll take the lead on LMG’s support for scholarly publishing and open access to research publications. You will be managing and monitoring our open access budgets, delivering training and advocacy, responding to queries while building strong relationships with academic and Professional Service colleagues, developing our services, and providing line management for our wonderful team of Open Access Principal Library Assistants.

This is an exciting time to join the team as the UK sector prepares for major negotiations and developments in the world of Open Access.

The role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, hybrid working with an expectation of 60% of your time on-campus. If you have further questions, please get in touch with Martin Wolf, Head of Open Research: Martin.Wolf@liverpool.ac.uk.

This role is available from 1^st May 2025 onwards.

Interviews are anticipated to take place 31^st March 2025, subject to change.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk

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