Research Data Management Librarian, Science and Engineering Library, Boston University
Posted September 8, 2014
Tracking Code
1628/H0414*
Job Description
Lead Boston University Libraries efforts to support faculty and students in the management of their research data throughout its lifecycle. Educate and lead subject librarians in providing data management services. Work with other relevant university offices to develop policies and workflows related to data management, and outreach directly to students and faculty through workshops, websites, and one-on-one consulting on data management issues. Represent Boston University Libraries in regional and national groups related to the topic, while keeping up-to-date on the latest developments. Study the specific data management needs of Boston University students and faculty, and will assess the impact of the library’s data management services towards furthering the research efforts at the university.
Required Skills
Masters degree in Library Science. Superior oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with the research processes used in one or more academic disciplines. Knowledge of best practices related to research data management, which includes metadata, format migration, preservation, reuse and retrieval. Familiarity with data management requirements of federal agencies. Must be energetic, out-going and capable of making connections with the libraries, faculty, students, and staff across the University. Experience with grant writing or data management plan development, web development, scripting, and programming languages. One to three years of related experience in an academic library.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Job Location
BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Salary
Grade 74
Tracking Code
1628/H0414*
To apply, go to http://www.bu.edu/hr/jobs/