Dean of Libraries

Dean of Libraries - University of New Brunswick Join to apply for the Dean of Libraries - University of New Brunswick role at Royer Thompson Lead, innovate, and inspire one of Canada’s most recognized research-intensive library systems. University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a top comprehensive university in Canada with more than 100 world‑class programs within a personalized, student‑centred learning environment. Founded in 1785, UNB offers undergraduate and graduate degrees across 60 disciplines and continuing education opportunities. Recognized for its culture of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, it combines its heritage with a forward‑looking commitment to research, scholarship, and community impact. UNB respectfully acknowledges that it stands on the unsurrendered and unceded traditional Wolastoqey land. About the Role We are recruiting our next Dean of Libraries. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to lead a research‑intensive library system on two campuses at a time of institutional innovation and strategic growth. This is a full‑time, five‑year renewable appointment, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Reporting to the Provost and Vice‑President Academic, and a member of the Deans Council, the Dean of Libraries will provide system‑level leadership across both campuses, overseeing university archives, copyright, and research data management while guiding a network of campus libraries that serve an interdisciplinary and collegial academic community. Key Responsibilities Provide system‑level leadership across both campuses and guide the network of campus libraries. Oversee university archives, copyright, and research data management. Advance digital transformation, open scholarship, and research‑data stewardship. Manage the adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, within library services. Foster an inclusive, service‑oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. Provide strategic planning, budget stewardship, and people management in a multi‑unionized environment. Qualifications MLIS from an ALA‑accredited institution and a minimum of 10 years of progressive senior academic leadership experience in research‑focused academic libraries. Track record in strategic planning, budget stewardship, and people management. Experience developing state‑of‑the‑art library spaces and services. Demonstrated commitment to Indigenous engagement, equity, diversity, and inclusion within the university community. Excellent emotional intelligence and collaborative academic leadership skills. Application Information To learn more about the University of New Brunswick, please visit: The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Royer Thompson will provide accommodations to applicants living with or experiencing disabilities. If you require an accommodation(s) to participate in the application, interviewing or selection process, please contact Edgarson Moxey at Please submit a combined resume and cover letter online by clicking “Apply.” For further information about this opportunity, please contact Dominique Roche ( ) or Kim West ( ) in confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr