Library Director

Vaasan yliopisto is an inspiring and international work community where we do meaningful work for a sustainable and responsible future. We combine business and technical expertise in a unique way and tackle current phenomena with determination and cooperation. As part of the largest energy technology cluster in the Nordic countries, we promote sustainable business, energy, and society. We train future makers who create a fairer and more sustainable world. Tiedekirjasto Tritonia is a separate institution of the University of Vaasa, providing library and information services as well as open science services to the University of Vaasa, Vaasa University of Applied Sciences, and Novia University of Applied Sciences in Vaasa and Pietarsaari. We are looking for a Director to be responsible for the development and management of Tritonia Academic Library. The employment is permanent and begins in September 2026 or as agreed. Your Tasks As the Director of the Academic Library, you are responsible for the library's operations, finances, and the implementation of the strategy. You play a key role in promoting the conditions for research, teaching, and learning. You are supported by a steering group consisting of representatives from the academic library agreement parties. Key tasks include: - strategic and operational management of the library - development of support services for research and teaching - promotion of digital and open science services - personnel management, competence development, and support for work well-being - budgeting and resource management - cooperation with the university/organization management as well as national and international networks In this position, you report to the Vice Rector for Research at the University of Vaasa. What we expect from you We are looking for a director who has: - a suitable higher university degree (e.g., information or library sciences, or another field suitable for the position) - strong experience in managing an expert organization - understanding of the role of academic libraries in supporting research and teaching - experience in developing digital services and open science - excellent interaction, cooperation, and communication skills - strategic thinking and a development-oriented approach - fluent skills in Finnish, English, and Swedish Experience in the higher education world is considered an advantage. We offer you a meaningful and impactful leadership position in an expert community where you have the opportunity to develop future academic library services. We promote our employees' well-being by offering, among other things, sports and cultural benefits, extensive occupational health services, and diverse opportunities for continuous learning. Work and leisure remain in balance – we offer flexible working hour arrangements and the possibility of partial remote work. Remuneration The position is placed at demand level 13 of the university's remuneration system for other expert and support staff. In addition, a salary component based on personal performance is paid. Application The position is applied for using the University of Vaasa's electronic application form. A free-form application and CV must be attached. The application period ends on August 9, 2026. Additional Information MPS assists the University of Vaasa in the recruitment and selection of the Director. Applicants are also asked to note that as a public law institution, the university's recruitments are public. The university may also consider persons who register after the application period. Further information about the position can be provided by: Vice Rector Mika Grundström, tel. +358 29 449 8786 Tritonia steering group member, Director of Strategic Planning and Legal Affairs, Samu Leskinen, tel. +358 29 449 8077 Email: firstname.lastname(a)uwasa.fi After receiving applications, interviews and suitability assessments will be organized for the selected candidates. Before the final selection and signing of the employment contract, a security clearance will be carried out for the selected person. The position has a six-month probationary period.