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May 2026

Indian Institute of tropical Meteorology (an autonomous body under Ministry of Earth Sciences), Pashan, Pune is looking for “Library Assistant” position urgently (recruitment is through third party BVG India)

Name of post : Library Assistant (for IITM Library, Pune: recruitment through third party)

No. of  Post : 01

Nature of post: Purely temporary, contractual basis (two years, likely to continue on the basis of performance)

Institute: Indian Institute of tropical Meteorology (an autonomous research institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences), Pashan, Pune

Educational Qualification: 

1. i) Graduation in Science, Computer Science, Engineering
2. ii) Full time regular degree : Master’s degree in Library Science from a recognized University or equivalent

Desirable : 1) Experience in LIBSYS/ KOHA, DSPACE, KOHA installation, Development of Products for users, Scientometrics, Research papers

Skill and abilities- The candidate- 

• Must have the ability and maturity to work independently and as part of the team.

• Ability to interact with other Libraries, researchers, etc.

• Good oral and written communication skills, with fluency in English and working knowledge of computer (Ms Office,  Internet  etc).

• Ability to perform and deliver under tight deadlines.

• Must have ability to write research papers/ Posters/ Presentations for Conference/Workshop.

Monthly Remuneration : Rs.25,000/- (approx.) in hand

URGENTLY REQUIRED TO JOIN from June 2026.

How to apply: Interested candidates can send their complete resume along with passport size photograph, reference details (from previous employer(s)),  to shompaiitm@gmail.com  by 23^rd May 2026. Those who are in Pune, may come for skill test and interview.

Age: preferably below 40 years, however relaxation for experienced & skilled candidate.

Work Profile:

• Managing Library Users & Library resources
  Handling of issue counter, Membership, Circulation, Acquisition, technical processing and Serial control

• Managing documentary delivery services (eReoursces) by networking with other Libraries.
  Daily tracking of newsclippings and maintaining its archival in DSpace.

• Digitization of IITM Resources such as Thesis, Reports, Documents

• Installation of KOHA and set-up of Hindi Library & maintenance of Institutional repositories using DSpace,

• Managing eResource in Institutional archival system & managing CDs

• Stock verification

• Conducting various research studies/ case studies in Library

• Assistance in writing research papers on various issues of Library & information science

• Audio and visual resource management

• Assistance in all developmental activities of Institutional Library

• Implementation of new services for Library users

• Conducting User education sessions