About the Role
Prime University, Abuja, a prestigious newly established private institution committed to world-class teaching and innovation, is seeking a dedicated and qualified Law Librarian to join our vibrant academic community. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the intellectual resources of our Faculty of Law, empowering students, faculty, and researchers to access cutting-edge legal information and digital databases.
Key Responsibilities- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the University Law Library to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Acquire, organise, catalogue, and meticulously maintain print and electronic legal information resources.
- Assist students, lecturers, and researchers with advanced legal research, citation management, and information retrieval.
- Manage subscriptions, access controls, and user training for electronic legal databases and digital repositories.
- Ensure the proper preservation, binding, and regular updating of law reports, statutes, and statutory instruments.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate effective library services and modern information-management systems.
- Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) combined with a Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MILS) or a recognised equivalent qualification.
- Professional certification or valid registration with the Librarians' Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) is a strong added advantage.
- 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience working in a law library, academic library, or specialised legal information environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of legal research methodologies, Nigerian and international law reports, statutes, and legal treatises.
- Proficiency in modern library management systems, digital repositories, and prominent electronic legal research platforms.
- Demonstrated organisational, cataloguing, classification, and digital information-management capabilities.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and research-support abilities suited for a dynamic academic setting.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package aligned with the Nigerian tertiary education sector.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, academic conferences, and career advancement.
- A stimulating, technology-driven, and innovative work environment within Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.