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Law Librarian
About this role
Prime University Abuja is recruiting a Law Librarian to manage and develop its law library and legal information resources in Abuja. The role involves cataloguing and organising law books, journals, statutes and other legal materials, and providing legal research assistance to students, lecturers and researchers. The Librarian will facilitate access to electronic legal databases, ensure proper preservation and circulation of materials, and support teaching and research within the Faculty of Law. The position requires working in an academic environment and maintaining accurate library records and reports. Applications close 15 November 2026.
What you would do
- Manage and maintain the law library and legal information resources.
- Catalogue, classify and organise law books, journals, statutes, law reports and other materials.
- Provide legal research assistance to students, lecturers and researchers.
- Facilitate access to electronic legal databases and digital resources.
- Ensure preservation, circulation and security of materials.
- Support teaching, learning and research activities in the Faculty of Law.
- Maintain accurate library records and prepare periodic reports.
- Recommend relevant legal publications and resources to support academic programmes.
What they are asking for
- LL.B. from a recognised university.
- M.Sc. in Library and Information Science from a recognised institution.
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in a law or academic library or similar setting.
- Knowledge of legal research methods and law library management.
- Proficiency with library management systems, digital databases and electronic legal tools.
- Strong organisational, communication, record-keeping and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to catalogue legal materials and assist users with information retrieval.
- Professionalism, attention to detail and ability to work in an academic environment.
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