Senior Librarian

In the Crick's Ito Library & Information Services.

Part of Crick Operations.

Key information

Job Title: Senior Librarian

Details of the role:

Working pattern: This is a full-time, permanent hybrid position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.

Salary: From £45,000 with benefits, subject to skills and experience.

Application closing date: 11th March 2026 at 23.59pm

Interview Information: This is a one stage interview process and interview questions will be provided in advance

About us 

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.

The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.

About the role

We are recruiting for a detail focused Senior Librarian to join the Library and Information Services team within the Information Technology Office.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading research institutes and help shape its future. As the Senior Librarian, you’ll play a key role in delivering user centred scientific information services, supporting open research practices, and managing essential research metadata.

This wide ranging role combines operational and strategic responsibilities, working closely and occasionally deputising with the Head of Library Information Services and providing leadership across the team. You’ll oversee core library systems (including CRIS and repositories), manage acquisitions, support citation and reference management, contribute to search and systematic review services, and play an important part in institute‑wide reporting.

It’s an ideal position for someone with broad library experience who is excited by variety, collaboration and the chance to influence how research information is supported across the Crick.

What you will be doing

You will:

• Manage the library systems including the CRIS and repositories in collaboration with the scholarly communications and data management librarians

• Ensure that information kept within library systems is accurate and fit for purpose

• Manage the process of buying and providing access to new and continuing resources

• Support researchers to comply with mandatory policies and research assessment exercises

• Provide formatted references for PhD projects and the Crick’s research management needs.

• Work with researchers, funding bodies and other stakeholders to ensure our acquisitions and discovery workflows are aligned with best practice

• Serve as an escalation route for complex queries from other members of the team

• Deputise for the Head of LIS where required

Please see full job description here

About you

You will have:

• Experience working in a HE, research, NHS, or special library*

• Excellent domain knowledge of academic publication and policies relating to open research*

• Excellent knowledge of reference management software*

• Familiarity with journal acquisitions processes*

• Excellent knowledge of search tools and techniques, including an understanding of AI search

• Experience of using knowledge management systems and tracking actions using spreadsheets/databases*

• Postgraduate library qualification or a CILIP (or equivalent) professional registration (Desirable)

• Good understanding of library management software and technologies or a willingness to quickly upskill around new technology (Desirable)

Minimum criteria*

About Working at the Crick

Our values  

Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture.

• We are

  bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently.

• We are

  open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.

• We are

  collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community.

At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: karen.au@crick.ac.uk

Find out more about life at the Crick.

What will you receive?  

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:

• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.

• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.

• Health & Well-being:

• 24/7 GP consultation services.

• Occupational health services and mental health support programs.

• Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.

• Work-Life Balance:

• Back-up care for dependents.

• Childcare support allowance.

• Annual leave purchase options.

• Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.

• Perks:

• Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.

• Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed. 

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.