Summary Description: The Columbia University Libraries seek a creative, critical-thinking, and collaborative Research Data Librarian to lead the Libraries' efforts in data management planning, discovery and access of research data, data sharing and publication, and data visualization. In partnership with colleagues across the University, the incumbent develops and implements robust services supporting faculty, students, and staff through the research data lifecycle. Reporting to the Head, Research Data Services in the Science, Engineering, and Social Sciences Libraries Division, the Librarian is responsible for research consultations, instructional services, and providing front-line research support in-person and virtually. The incumbent supports digital scholarship initiatives and engages technologies emerging as critical to research and teaching to meet the evolving needs of faculty, students, and staff. The Librarian also participates in initiatives across the Libraries including fostering new forms of scholarly communication.The Science, Engineering, and Social Science Libraries Division collections and services directly support the research and learning activities of the departments of Anthropology, Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Sociology, and Statistics. The Division also includes support for the Columbia Business School, Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, the School of Engineering, the School of International Affairs and Public Administration, the School of Journalism, and the School of Social Work. The Division also actively supports the pedagogical and applied uses of geospatial tools, statistical packages, and research data support. In addition to assistance with research data support, the Division offers guidance writing research data management plans and open access issues.As one of the world's leading research universities, Columbia University in the City of New York provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a dynamic, multicultural, intellectual community. The Columbia University Libraries comprises a diverse and engaged staff committed to furthering the University's teaching and research mission through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds and cultures to consider this position.
Minimum Qualifications: - MLS or advanced degree in a related discipline - Knowledge of best data management practices and demonstrated experience creating and evaluating data management plans- Experience working with data visualization tools, software, packages and libraries- Commitment to supporting and working with diverse populations
Preferred Qualifications: - Public service experience in a research institution- Aptitude for teaching and developing instructional content and documentation in an academic environment- Experience related to data packaging, data re-use, and data encoding
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Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. |
