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Music Librarian jobs are open across public libraries, academic institutions, broadcasting networks, and music publishing houses, from entry-level cataloging roles to senior archival and collection development positions, with specializations in digital preservation, metadata management, and rights licensing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Reporting to the Associate Director for Clinical, Academic, and Research Engagement (CARE), the Research Services Librarian provides research, reference, and instructional services to students, residents, faculty, researchers, and staff of UT Health San Antonio. This entry-level position is designed for a new or early-career librarian with an interest in health sciences librarianship. The incumbent supports public services such as access services and interlibrary loan, develops and coordinates outreach programs and initiatives, and assists with special projects. Working with the Collections, Acquisitions & Resource Discovery Services (CARDS) unit and the Senior Curator for Special Collections & Archives, the incumbent also supports collections and electronic resource management, student scholarly works, and Archives and Special Collections. The incumbent works alongside experienced liaison librarians and specialists in both the CARE and CARDS units, gaining broad experience across public services, collections, and special collections in an academic health science center library. The position is part of the CARE unit within the Health Science Center Libraries, which is responsible for outreach and engagement across the institution’s clinical, academic, and research enterprises. The Health Science Center Libraries support the incumbent’s professional development, including participation in the Medical Library Association and its chapters or related organizations.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday from 7:00am or 7:30am to 4:00pm - 4:30pm.
Fully on-site.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides general reference assistance and research consultations to students, residents, faculty, researchers, and staff by chat, email, and virtual or in-person appointments, and refers discipline-specific and complex requests to the appropriate liaison librarian.
Participates in the library’s On-Call Librarian rotation and provides backup coverage for liaison librarians’ on-call shifts.
Assists liaison librarians with literature searching and document delivery for research projects, including structured reviews, and with compiling data for departmental and faculty publication reports.
Designs and delivers in-person and virtual instruction and training sessions on library resources, evidence-based practice, information literacy, research skills, and related topics in collaboration with liaison librarians.
Creates and maintains instructional materials and online library guides in multiple formats (videos, online tutorials, guides, etc.) and identifies new topics for digital learning objects based on user needs.
Triages questions and requests from library users and resolves issues within established policies and procedures, escalating to the appropriate librarian or staff member as needed.
Plans and participates in library programs, events, and outreach activities in collaboration with the Resource Sharing & Outreach Librarian and other colleagues, including Student Life.
Provides backup coverage for the Library Services Assistants and for interlibrary loan and document delivery services as needed.
Supports collection management activities for electronic resources in collaboration with the CARDS unit, including monitoring collection expenditures and renewals and processing and tracking payments so that access to resources is not interrupted.
Maintains access and holdings information for electronic resources across library systems, troubleshoots access issues, and performs copy cataloging in the Koha integrated library system.
Receives, processes, and catalogs student scholarly works, including electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) projects, adds them to the Digital Archive, and manages embargoes in accordance with established procedures.
Assists with the processing and organization of Archives and Special Collections materials and supports tours of the P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library.
Participates in library planning activities, contributes to the development of policies, procedures, and reports, and serves on library and campus committees.
Participates in professional development activities, including professional association involvement and continuing education.
Performs additional or special duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must be able to meet the criteria for appointment at the Librarian level. No post-MLIS professional library experience is required.
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program. Degree must be completed and awarded prior to the hire date (anticipated hire date January 2027).
Working knowledge of library services and practices related to reference, instruction, outreach, and collection management, ideally in an academic or health sciences library.
Knowledge of health science information resources, including databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, and UpToDate, and of evidence-based medicine.
Ability to provide high-quality services to diverse library users to meet their academic, research, and clinical information needs.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities, schedule constraints, and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with library users and university colleagues.
Working knowledge of standard productivity software (Microsoft Office); citation management software; integrated library systems and library-related platforms (e.g., Ex Libris Alma, Koha, Springshare); and electronic resource systems and research platforms (e.g., ORCID).
Able to qualify for a security-sensitive position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One (1) or more years of library experience at the staff level, or post-MLIS library experience, in an academic, medical, health sciences, or clinical library.
Coursework, practicum, internship, or work experience in health sciences librarianship, reference and instruction, cataloging and metadata, electronic resources, or archives and special collections.
Experience providing reference or research assistance, including by chat or email, or teaching library or research skills.
Familiarity with expert literature searching or systematic review methods.
Experience with cataloging (MARC, RDA) and with OCLC, Koha, or another integrated library system.
Experience creating research guides or instructional materials (e.g., LibGuides, video tutorials).
Interest in professional involvement through the Medical Library Association, its chapters, or related organizations.
Reporting to the Associate Director for Clinical, Academic, and Research Engagement (CARE), the Research Services Librarian provides research, reference, and instructional services to students, residents, faculty, researchers, and staff of UT Health San Antonio. This entry-level position is designed for a new or early-career librarian with an interest in health sciences librarianship. The incumbent supports public services such as access services and interlibrary loan, develops and coordinates outreach programs and initiatives, and assists with special projects. Working with the Collections, Acquisitions & Resource Discovery Services (CARDS) unit and the Senior Curator for Special Collections & Archives, the incumbent also supports collections and electronic resource management, student scholarly works, and Archives and Special Collections. The incumbent works alongside experienced liaison librarians and specialists in both the CARE and CARDS units, gaining broad experience across public services, collections, and special collections in an academic health science center library. The position is part of the CARE unit within the Health Science Center Libraries, which is responsible for outreach and engagement across the institution’s clinical, academic, and research enterprises. The Health Science Center Libraries support the incumbent’s professional development, including participation in the Medical Library Association and its chapters or related organizations.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday from 7:00am or 7:30am to 4:00pm - 4:30pm.
Fully on-site.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides general reference assistance and research consultations to students, residents, faculty, researchers, and staff by chat, email, and virtual or in-person appointments, and refers discipline-specific and complex requests to the appropriate liaison librarian.
Participates in the library’s On-Call Librarian rotation and provides backup coverage for liaison librarians’ on-call shifts.
Assists liaison librarians with literature searching and document delivery for research projects, including structured reviews, and with compiling data for departmental and faculty publication reports.
Designs and delivers in-person and virtual instruction and training sessions on library resources, evidence-based practice, information literacy, research skills, and related topics in collaboration with liaison librarians.
Creates and maintains instructional materials and online library guides in multiple formats (videos, online tutorials, guides, etc.) and identifies new topics for digital learning objects based on user needs.
Triages questions and requests from library users and resolves issues within established policies and procedures, escalating to the appropriate librarian or staff member as needed.
Plans and participates in library programs, events, and outreach activities in collaboration with the Resource Sharing & Outreach Librarian and other colleagues, including Student Life.
Provides backup coverage for the Library Services Assistants and for interlibrary loan and document delivery services as needed.
Supports collection management activities for electronic resources in collaboration with the CARDS unit, including monitoring collection expenditures and renewals and processing and tracking payments so that access to resources is not interrupted.
Maintains access and holdings information for electronic resources across library systems, troubleshoots access issues, and performs copy cataloging in the Koha integrated library system.
Receives, processes, and catalogs student scholarly works, including electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) projects, adds them to the Digital Archive, and manages embargoes in accordance with established procedures.
Assists with the processing and organization of Archives and Special Collections materials and supports tours of the P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library.
Participates in library planning activities, contributes to the development of policies, procedures, and reports, and serves on library and campus committees.
Participates in professional development activities, including professional association involvement and continuing education.
Performs additional or special duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must be able to meet the criteria for appointment at the Librarian level. No post-MLIS professional library experience is required.
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program. Degree must be completed and awarded prior to the hire date (anticipated hire date January 2027).
Working knowledge of library services and practices related to reference, instruction, outreach, and collection management, ideally in an academic or health sciences library.
Knowledge of health science information resources, including databases such as PubMed, CINAHL, and UpToDate, and of evidence-based medicine.
Ability to provide high-quality services to diverse library users to meet their academic, research, and clinical information needs.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities, schedule constraints, and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with library users and university colleagues.
Working knowledge of standard productivity software (Microsoft Office); citation management software; integrated library systems and library-related platforms (e.g., Ex Libris Alma, Koha, Springshare); and electronic resource systems and research platforms (e.g., ORCID).
Able to qualify for a security-sensitive position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
One (1) or more years of library experience at the staff level, or post-MLIS library experience, in an academic, medical, health sciences, or clinical library.
Coursework, practicum, internship, or work experience in health sciences librarianship, reference and instruction, cataloging and metadata, electronic resources, or archives and special collections.
Experience providing reference or research assistance, including by chat or email, or teaching library or research skills.
Familiarity with expert literature searching or systematic review methods.
Experience with cataloging (MARC, RDA) and with OCLC, Koha, or another integrated library system.
Experience creating research guides or instructional materials (e.g., LibGuides, video tutorials).
Interest in professional involvement through the Medical Library Association, its chapters, or related organizations.
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- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in music librarian jobs.
- Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an ALA-accredited program
- Proficiency with MARC cataloging standards and an integrated library system such as OCLC or similar
- Knowledge of Library of Congress classification and subject headings for music materials
- Experience with music notation, audio formats, and the ability to read a musical score
- Familiarity with copyright law, music rights, and licensing procedures for print and digital collections
- Background in digital preservation tools and metadata standards for audio and audiovisual materials
Tips for Your Music Librarian Job Search
Tailor your resume for cataloging systems
Highlight direct experience with MARC records, integrated library systems, and controlled vocabularies like Library of Congress Subject Headings. Hiring managers in this field scan for those specifics fast, so list each system by name rather than grouping them under a generic 'technical skills' label.
Demonstrate rights and licensing fluency
Many music librarian postings, especially in broadcasting and publishing, require familiarity with copyright clearance and synchronization licensing. Call out any coursework, project work, or hands-on experience with rights documentation in a dedicated resume section so it doesn't get buried under cataloging credentials.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists music librarian openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by collection type
Filter your job search by institution type: academic music libraries, public library music departments, and media company archives each require a different depth of specialization. Reading the collection scope in each posting helps you match your cover letter to the specific formats and genres they manage.
Prepare a portfolio of catalog work samples
Bring two or three examples of original cataloging records you've created or enhanced, ideally in a format reviewers can open quickly. Committees at academic and special libraries often ask for samples before or during the interview, and having them ready signals hands-on competence beyond what a resume conveys.
Negotiate start date around licensing timelines
If you're finishing a practicum, certificate program, or a rights-clearance project, be upfront about your availability during the offer stage. Music librarian roles in broadcast or publishing often have intake cycles tied to rights renewal seasons, so a delayed start is frequently negotiable if you frame it around project completion.
Music Librarian Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most music librarians?
The companies hiring the most music librarians right now include University of Alabama, Library Systems & Services, and George Washington University, with the largest share of openings in New York, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic institutions and public library systems consistently represent the largest share of active postings.
How many music librarian jobs are remote?
About 64% of music librarian openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in digital metadata projects, rights clearance coordination, and electronic resource management. Roles that involve hands-on care of physical scores, recordings, or archival collections are almost always on-site.
How do you become a music librarian?
Start by earning a master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program, with coursework in cataloging and metadata. Pair that with a strong music background, either a formal degree or demonstrated practical knowledge of notation, audio formats, and music history. Complete a practicum or internship in a music library setting to build hands-on cataloging experience, then apply to entry-level or paraprofessional positions to establish your record in the field.
Can you get hired as a music librarian without prior library experience?
Yes, candidates with deep music knowledge and transferable skills can break in, particularly at smaller public libraries or in paraprofessional roles that lead to full librarian positions. Emphasize any work with organized collections, databases, or rights documentation, even outside a library context. Volunteer shifts at a local music library, contributing to open cataloging databases, or assisting a university music department with its physical collection are all credible starting points that hiring committees recognize.
What does the music librarian interview process look like?
Most searches open with a phone or video screen focused on your cataloging background and familiarity with the institution's collection type. Finalists are typically invited for an on-site or extended virtual interview that includes a practical exercise, often a live cataloging task or a review of a sample record for errors. A committee presentation on a topic related to collection development or digital preservation is common at academic libraries, followed by questions from department faculty, library administrators, and sometimes student representatives.
Where can I find and apply to music librarian jobs?
You can find and apply to music librarian jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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