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University Libraries, Head of Serial and e-Resource Management
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Chicago, Illinois
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$85K - $105K
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November 9th, 2026
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Loyola University Chicago is hiring a University Libraries, Head of Serial and e-Resource Management. The role leads the acquisition, licensing, description, access management, and assessment of the Libraries' continuing and electronic resources, which serve students, faculty, and clinicians across the Lake Shore, Water Tower, and Health Sciences campuses and Loyola Rome. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Collection Strategy, the head supervises a four-person unit and works with Monograph Acquisitions and Cataloging, Library Systems, and the Health Sciences Library.
Highlights
- Supervise the Serial and e-Resource Management unit's daily work, from serial acquisitions and cataloging to electronic resource activation, maintenance, and preservation, and review the unit's workflows regularly.
- Keep holdings, coverage, and access data accurate in Alma, Primo, the A-Z database list, and the link resolver, and resolve access problems with vendors or systems staff.
- Review, negotiate, and renew license agreements with the Office of General Counsel and procurement, tracking terms such as interlibrary loan, course reserves, text and data mining, and perpetual access.
- Serve as the primary contact with publishers, vendors, and content providers, and set up trials and pilots for prospective subscriptions.
- Build an assessment program for continuing and electronic resources using usage data, cost per use, overlap analysis, and curricular and research alignment.
- Monitor spending against the serial and electronic resources allocation and prepare reports for external obligations, including ACRL and IPEDS submissions.
- Mentor unit staff, set annual goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide training on systems, standards, and licensing practice.
- Work with Library Systems on Alma and Primo configuration, metadata quality, and discovery of electronic content.
- Maintain an active record of scholarship and service, which is about 15 percent of the role, as Loyola librarians hold faculty status.
- Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library or information science program, three years of professional experience in electronic resources, serials, or acquisitions in an academic or research library, and supervisory or project leadership experience.
- Preferred experience with a library services platform, discovery layer, or link resolver, and with COUNTER 5 reports, SUSHI harvesting, and collections analytics.
- Salary range of $85,000 to $105,000.
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Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by December 7, 2026.
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee and the hiring manager:
Jonna Peterson
Moon Kim
[email protected]
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/mission/ignatianheritage/transformativeeducation/.
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/mission/ignatianheritage/transformativeeducation/.
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Position Details
Job Title | University Libraries, Head of Serial and e-Resource Management
Position Title | University Libraries, Head of Serial and e-Resource Management
Position Number |
Job Category | University Faculty
Job Type | Full-Time
FLSA Status | Exempt
Campus | Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code | LIBRARY SERIALS (02900D)
Department Name | LIBRARY - CUDAHY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No
Duties and Responsibilities | Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola University Chicago University Libraries seeks a Head of Serial and e-Resource Management (SERM) to lead the acquisition, licensing, description, access management, and assessment of the Libraries’ continuing and electronic resources. The position carries responsibility for a resource portfolio that serves students, faculty, and clinicians across the Lake Shore, Water Tower, and Health Sciences campuses, as well as Loyola Rome.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Collection Strategy, this position supervises the Serial and e-Resource Management, a unit of four, and coordinates closely with the Head of Monograph Acquisitions and Cataloging, Library Systems, the Health Sciences Library, and research and education librarians who work directly with academic departments. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the organization evolves.
Responsibilities:
Unit Leadership and Management (85%)
Operations and workflowSupervise the daily work of the Serial and e-Resource Management unit, including serial acquisitions, serial cataloging, electronic resource activation and maintenance, and preservation Design, document, and periodically review unit workflows, with attention to points where work crosses into Monograph Acquisitions and Cataloging, Library Systems, or the Health Sciences Library Maintain accurate and current holdings, coverage, and access data in Alma, Primo, the A-Z database list, and the link resolver Direct the identification, diagnosis, and resolution of access problems affecting licensed content, and establish escalation paths for issues that require vendor or systems intervention Set up trials and pilots for prospective subscriptions and coordinate feedback from librarians and academic departments Oversee timely and accurate processing of serial and electronic resource invoices
Licensing and vendor relationsReview, negotiate, and renew license agreements, working with the Office of General Counsel and University procurement as institutional policy requires Track license terms that affect service delivery, including interlibrary loan, course reserves, text and data mining, accessibility commitments, perpetual access, and post-cancellation rights, and communicate those terms to colleagues who need them Serve as a primary point of contact with publishers, vendors, and content providers
PersonnelSupervise, mentor, and support the professional development of unit members Set annual goals with staff and conduct performance reviews consistent with University procedures Provide training on systems, standards, and licensing practice for unit members and, as needed, for colleagues elsewhere in the Libraries
Assessment and Financial StewardshipDevelop and carry out an ongoing assessment program for continuing and electronic resources using usage data, cost per use, overlap analysis, and curricular and research alignment Contribute analysis to the strategic review of multi-year e-resource licenses Monitor unit expenditures against the serial and electronic resources allocation and flag variances early Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for internal use and for external reporting obligations, including ACRL and IPEDS submissions
Communication and CollaborationParticipate in Libraries leadership and planning team as a unit head Coordinate with the Health Sciences Library on shared licenses and on resources that serve clinical and health sciences users Work with Library Systems on Alma and Primo configuration, metadata quality, and discovery of electronic content Keep the Associate Dean for Collection Strategy and, as appropriate, the Dean informed of developments that carry financial, legal, or service consequences Build working relationships with colleagues at peer institutions and participate in relevant consortial and professional groups
Scholarship and Service (15%) Loyola librarians hold faculty status. The Head of SERM is expected to maintain an active record of scholarship and service appropriate to rank, which may include: Research, publication, or presentation on topics related to electronic resources, scholarly communication, collections assessment, or technical services Service on Libraries, University, and Faculty Council committees Participation in professional and scholarly organizations at the regional, national, or international level Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications | Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library or information science, or an equivalent international credential Minimum of three years of professional experience in electronic resources, serial, acquisitions, or a closely related area in an academic or research library Supervisory experience, or documented experience leading projects and coordinating the work of others Working knowledge of the electronic resource lifecycle, from evaluation and licensing through activation, maintenance, assessment, and renewal or withdrawal Experience reviewing license agreements and understanding of the terms that govern use in an academic setting
Preferred Qualifications Experience with a library services platform, discovery layer, link resolver, or knowledge base Experience with COUNTER 5 reports, SUSHI harvesting, and analytics tools for collections assessment
Physical Demands | None
Working Conditions | None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library or information science, or an equivalent international credential Minimum of three years of professional experience in electronic resources, serials, acquisitions, or a closely related area in an academic or research library Supervisory experience, or documented experience leading projects and coordinating the work of others Working knowledge of the electronic resource lifecycle, from evaluation and licensing through activation, maintenance, assessment, and renewal or withdrawal Experience reviewing license agreements and understanding of the terms that govern use in an academic setting
Preferred Qualifications Experience with a library services platform, discovery layer, link resolver, or knowledge base Experience with COUNTER 5 reports, SUSHI harvesting, and analytics tools for collections assessment
Open Date | 10/26/2026
Close Date | 12/07/2026
Salary Range | $85,000 - $105,000
Additional Salary Information | The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; rank at hire; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by December 7, 2026.
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee and the hiring manager:
Jonna Peterson[email protected]
Moon Kim [email protected]
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/mission/ignatianheritage/transformativeeducation/.
About Loyola University Chicago | Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35998
Job Number | 8100268
Organizational Location | PROVOST
Position Title | University Libraries, Head of Serial and e-Resource Management
Position Number |
Job Category | University Faculty
Job Type | Full-Time
FLSA Status | Exempt
Campus | Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code | LIBRARY SERIALS (02900D)
Department Name | LIBRARY - CUDAHY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No
Duties and Responsibilities | Salary Range: $85,000 – $105,000
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola University Chicago University Libraries seeks a Head of Serial and e-Resource Management (SERM) to lead the acquisition, licensing, description, access management, and assessment of the Libraries’ continuing and electronic resources. The position carries responsibility for a resource portfolio that serves students, faculty, and clinicians across the Lake Shore, Water Tower, and Health Sciences campuses, as well as Loyola Rome.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Collection Strategy, this position supervises the Serial and e-Resource Management, a unit of four, and coordinates closely with the Head of Monograph Acquisitions and Cataloging, Library Systems, the Health Sciences Library, and research and education librarians who work directly with academic departments. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the organization evolves.
Responsibilities:
Unit Leadership and Management (85%)
Operations and workflowSupervise the daily work of the Serial and e-Resource Management unit, including serial acquisitions, serial cataloging, electronic resource activation and maintenance, and preservation Design, document, and periodically review unit workflows, with attention to points where work crosses into Monograph Acquisitions and Cataloging, Library Systems, or the Health Sciences Library Maintain accurate and current holdings, coverage, and access data in Alma, Primo, the A-Z database list, and the link resolver Direct the identification, diagnosis, and resolution of access problems affecting licensed content, and establish escalation paths for issues that require vendor or systems intervention Set up trials and pilots for prospective subscriptions and coordinate feedback from librarians and academic departments Oversee timely and accurate processing of serial and electronic resource invoices
Licensing and vendor relationsReview, negotiate, and renew license agreements, working with the Office of General Counsel and University procurement as institutional policy requires Track license terms that affect service delivery, including interlibrary loan, course reserves, text and data mining, accessibility commitments, perpetual access, and post-cancellation rights, and communicate those terms to colleagues who need them Serve as a primary point of contact with publishers, vendors, and content providers
PersonnelSupervise, mentor, and support the professional development of unit members Set annual goals with staff and conduct performance reviews consistent with University procedures Provide training on systems, standards, and licensing practice for unit members and, as needed, for colleagues elsewhere in the Libraries
Assessment and Financial StewardshipDevelop and carry out an ongoing assessment program for continuing and electronic resources using usage data, cost per use, overlap analysis, and curricular and research alignment Contribute analysis to the strategic review of multi-year e-resource licenses Monitor unit expenditures against the serial and electronic resources allocation and flag variances early Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for internal use and for external reporting obligations, including ACRL and IPEDS submissions
Communication and CollaborationParticipate in Libraries leadership and planning team as a unit head Coordinate with the Health Sciences Library on shared licenses and on resources that serve clinical and health sciences users Work with Library Systems on Alma and Primo configuration, metadata quality, and discovery of electronic content Keep the Associate Dean for Collection Strategy and, as appropriate, the Dean informed of developments that carry financial, legal, or service consequences Build working relationships with colleagues at peer institutions and participate in relevant consortial and professional groups
Scholarship and Service (15%) Loyola librarians hold faculty status. The Head of SERM is expected to maintain an active record of scholarship and service appropriate to rank, which may include: Research, publication, or presentation on topics related to electronic resources, scholarly communication, collections assessment, or technical services Service on Libraries, University, and Faculty Council committees Participation in professional and scholarly organizations at the regional, national, or international level Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications | Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library or information science, or an equivalent international credential Minimum of three years of professional experience in electronic resources, serial, acquisitions, or a closely related area in an academic or research library Supervisory experience, or documented experience leading projects and coordinating the work of others Working knowledge of the electronic resource lifecycle, from evaluation and licensing through activation, maintenance, assessment, and renewal or withdrawal Experience reviewing license agreements and understanding of the terms that govern use in an academic setting
Preferred Qualifications Experience with a library services platform, discovery layer, link resolver, or knowledge base Experience with COUNTER 5 reports, SUSHI harvesting, and analytics tools for collections assessment
Physical Demands | None
Working Conditions | None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Required Qualifications Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program in library or information science, or an equivalent international credential Minimum of three years of professional experience in electronic resources, serials, acquisitions, or a closely related area in an academic or research library Supervisory experience, or documented experience leading projects and coordinating the work of others Working knowledge of the electronic resource lifecycle, from evaluation and licensing through activation, maintenance, assessment, and renewal or withdrawal Experience reviewing license agreements and understanding of the terms that govern use in an academic setting
Preferred Qualifications Experience with a library services platform, discovery layer, link resolver, or knowledge base Experience with COUNTER 5 reports, SUSHI harvesting, and analytics tools for collections assessment
Open Date | 10/26/2026
Close Date | 12/07/2026
Salary Range | $85,000 - $105,000
Additional Salary Information | The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; rank at hire; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Please provide the names and email addresses of three professional references. References will not be contacted immediately but may be at subsequent points in the review process, with the candidate’s permission.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by December 7, 2026.
Please direct inquiries to the chair of the search committee and the hiring manager:
Jonna Peterson[email protected]
Moon Kim [email protected]
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at https://www.luc.edu/mission/ignatianheritage/transformativeeducation/.
About Loyola University Chicago | Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35998
Job Number | 8100268
Organizational Location | PROVOST
Posting Details
Posting Detail
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date | 01/01/2027
Position End Date |
Open Until Filled | No
Desired Start Date | 01/01/2027
Position End Date |
Open Until Filled | No
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