The University of Bath is seeking an outstanding individual with exemplary management and communication skills and a passion for open science to lead their Library’s Research Services.  About the role  Working closely with the University Librarian, the Head of Library Operational Services and the Head of Library Academic Services you will shape strategy and enhance services for the benefit of our users. Reporting to the University Librarian, you will foster innovative thinking while meeting external and internal drivers, developing and delivering services and support to researchers throughout the research lifecycle.  You will have a clear understanding of open research, scholarly communications, research culture and environment, research data management and metrics and appreciate the importance of unique and distinctive collections. This role is offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis.  About you  We ask you to be curious, collaborative and collegiate in your work, taking forward University strategy, participating effectively in University for and engaging with regional, national and international networks with knowledge and passion. We are looking for excellent leadership and communication skills, alongside demonstrable experience of managing finite budgets, with significant recent experience of working within an HE or Research environment. About the Department  You will join a dedicated, expert professional team of Library staff committed to the continual development of services to support the University’s strategy: to deliver world-class research and teaching, extend the University’s international influence, and enrich the student experience. We understand and support the importance of continued professional development for all Library staff, to achieve this and as Employer Partners of CILIP we offer CILIP membership for all library colleagues.  We are proud of our reputation and were pleased to be considered the 5th best University in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2024; awarded triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 and ranked in the top 150 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2024 FIND OUT MORE & APPLY