University Librarian and Keeper of the Brotherton Collection, Director of Learning Spaces, University of Leeds

Masud is the University Librarian and Keeper of the Brotherton Collection at the University of Leeds. A computer scientist by education, and with libraries in his DNA, Masud is passionate about digital leadership and innovation in the changing library and archive environments. His core interests include digital transformation, open research, and inclusive leadership. As the Director of Learning Spaces, Masud also leads on University of Leeds learning spaces strategy, design, and implementation. Externally, Masud is the Chair of Research Libraries UK (RLUK) and a firm supporter of inclusivity and diversity embedded in our thinking and practice within libraries and collections.