The University of Sharjah is committed to providing a world-class educational experience that prepares lifelong learners and leaders with integrated knowledge and skills. We are passionate about building a collaborative and sustainable environment that cultivates twenty-first-century skills and fosters pioneering research and scholarship. We seek to serve the current and future needs of our local community and beyond by offering innovative academic and professional programs. Since its foundation in 1997, the University has successfully become one of the top Universities in the UAE and has managed to make its mark in the educational and research industry worldwide united by six core values: Integrity and Ethics, Dedication, Inclusiveness, Excellence with limitless Drive, Accountability and Transparency, and Innovation and Creativity. The University of Sharjah believes in the crucial role of scientific research in the development of the modern United Arab Emirates. Since its establishment, the university has put research at the top of its list of priorities. Part of the university's strategy is to promote research among faculty members in all colleges, with the aim of attracting outstanding faculty with impressive research accomplishments.

The University of Sharjah’s Rankings
251-300 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023Among the top 200 universities globally (176-200) in The World University Rankings 2023 by Subjects Among the best #121 universities in Asia In News Best Global Universities Rankings 2022/2023=89th in The Young University Rankings in 2022#61 The Emerging Economies University Rankings in 2022Among the top 10 best Arab universities The Arab University Rankings 2022
About the Role:
The University of Sharjah’s Libraries, including management, policy development, library collections and facilities by making recommendations, managing day-to-day operations, as well as planning and directing library activities and staff.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Create library workflows and procedures in alignment with the university’s policies and regulations, and the requirements of the UAE Ministry of Higher Education in order to achieve UoS’s vision and mission. Maintain library facilities and equipment by preparing and executing plans for equipment and facilities maintenance and development to maintain good performance. Select and procure library capital equipment, including software and hardware in collaboration with the Information Technology department, to enhance services and library operations. Provide leadership to the library’s team in order to build and develop their organizational capabilities, provide them with development opportunities such as training, coaching, etc., as well as report on their performance. Manage the hiring process for the library department including preparing initial job descriptions, requests to recruit, selection and interview process in order to ensure the best and most suitable candidates are selected for the available vacancies. Maintain professional relationships through communicating and collaborating with other University offices, faculty, students, committees, and the community to meet their needs. Ensure Library collections are organized in a logical, accessible and appropriate manner for ease of access by students and other library visitors. Manage the community patrons visiting the Library by assisting and directing them to find the information or material they require. Ensure Library science is updated by staying current with developments in library science, information literacy, and best practices to best serve the patrons. Lead the development of the Library’s KPIs and be the point of contact between the department and the Office of Strategic Planning in order to report on the department’s progress and prepare the necessary action plans. As well as ensure that each team member has a good understanding of the department’s KPIs and how their roles can impact their achievement.
Job Requirements:
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English. Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams. Excellent knowledge of academic library references and research methods, including using electronic information sources, and preparing subject guides, bibliographies, handbooks, and other materials to support the information needs of faculty and students. Advanced ability to support diverse groups of students, faculty, and the community and provide them with a variety of references. Ability to devise research strategies and prepare guides, references, brochures, and other materials to support faculty and student information requests. Ability to implement and use systematic planning and assessment techniques. Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Library Science, Library Information Systems, Business Administration, or a relevant discipline. Above 15 Years of UAE experience in a leadership position preferably in higher education institutions. A higher qualification (Master’s or Ph. D.) in the Library Sciences is a plus. Closing Date: 29/Jan/2026