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The A. D. Allen Chemistry Library at the University of Toronto, located on the St. George campus, is hiring 2 Library Assistants through UofT’s Work Study Program.

Located in Lash Miller Laboratories (80 St. George Street), the Chemistry Library is a small departmental library that provides information services, study spaces, research and teaching support to students, faculty, and staff associated with the Department of Chemistry, as well as the broader U of T community.

  • Applications open: Friday, April 4 at 12:00 PM
  • Applications due: Thursday, April 17 at 11:59 PM
  • Start and end dates: May 5 – August 15, 2025
  • Hours per week: 6-8 hours
  • Regular shifts will be assigned and are designed each semester to accommodate course schedules. Please note that the positions will be in-person at the library.

What you’ll be doing

Under the supervision of the Chemistry Librarian, Library Assistants work at the library service desk to provide customer support and library services to students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include:

  • Responding to basic research questions and providing information about library services & resources.
  • Checking materials in and out to library users, shelving, and shelf-reading.
  • Supporting the description, maintenance, promotion, digitization, and assessment of library collections.
  • Collaborating with the librarian on special projects that advance the mission of the library. Projects vary by role, please see more details below.
  • Other duties as assigned. 

There are 2 different types of Library Assistant roles available this summer. You are welcome to apply for both!

Library Assistant – Research and eLearning (Job ID#: 248147)

  • 1 position available
  • Special projects include conducting environmental scans and creating digital information resources to support education and research. 

Library Assistant – Marketing and Outreach (Job ID#: 248148)

  • 1 position available
  • Special projects include creating digital and physical promotional materials for the library, such as social media content, posters, and displays.

Required Qualifications

  • Available for at least 6 hours per week (Mon – Fri, 10am to 5pm)
  • Ability to work independently and practice effective problem-solving.
  • Adaptable team player with excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience and/or interest in working in libraries.

**Required Summer Course Load

  • Undergraduate students: must be enrolled in at least 0.5 FCE (full course equivalent).
  • Graduate students: must be registered for the summer session. 

How to Apply

  1. Visit the Career and Co-Curricular Learning Network (CLNX) website.
  2. Search for “Chemistry Library” or enter the six-digit Job ID:
    • Job ID #248147: Library Assistant – Research & eLearning
    • Job ID #248148: Library Assistant – Marketing & Outreach
  3. Submit the following application materials by Thursday, April 17 at 11:59 PM.
    1. Resume
    2. A brief statement explaining why you are interested in the position.
    3. Availability (Mon – Fri, 10am to 5pm)

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so it is to your advantage to apply sooner rather than later! Applications must include all documents and be submitted on CLNX by the deadline to be considered. 

Please note that due to the number of applications received, the librarian cannot respond to all applicants with a decision. Only potential candidates will receive a follow-up email.