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Research Data Specialist

Employer: East Carolina University
Location: Greenville

Administrative Jobs: Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Job Details

Job Title:

Research Data Specialist

Position Number :

977011

Vacancy Open to :

All Candidates

Department :

AAH Health Sciences Library

Department Homepage :

https://hsl.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department :

LAUPUS LIBRARY

Division :

ECU Health/BSOM

Classification Title :

Library Assistant Professor

Working Title :

Research Data Specialist

Number of Vacancies :

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :

1.0

Full Time or Part Time :

Full Time

Recruitment Range:

Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Location (City) :

Greenville

Position Type:

Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category :

Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview:

The William E. Laupus Health Sciences Library (Laupus Library)serves as the primary information resource center for theUniversity’s instructional, research, and patient care programs inthe health sciences. It also serves as the comprehensiveinformation resource center for health care professionals whopractice in northeastern North Carolina. In addition, the LaupusLibrary serves as a secondary resource for nontechnicalhealth care information for health care consumers in the localcommunity. The Laupus Library emphasizes proactive informationprovision including the acquisition of current and relevantmaterials, reference services that recognize the existence ofdiverse levels of client expertise and needs, and theimplementation of new technologies for accessing and managinginformation.

Job Duties :

The Research Data Specialist is a 12-month, full-time faculty position in the Laupus Health Sciences Library of East Carolina University.

The Research Data Specialist is responsible for providing education, support, and expertise to faculty, students, and researchers engaged in data management planning, data acquisition, data sharing, and long-term data stewardship. This position emphasizes collaboration with faculty, students, and researchers in the Division of Health Sciences by supporting data practices and literacies. This position will coordinate data education, curation, and consultation activities. The Research Data Specialist will draw on a broad knowledge of research data management and stewardship, communicate clearly and effectively with researchers and colleagues, and monitor and creatively respond to emerging researcher data needs. Through consults, training, advocacy, and collaborative initiatives, the Research Data Specialist supports data practices across many phases of research and learning. The position reports to the Research Librarian. Minimum salary is $56,000, and initial appointment is a one (1) year fixed-term contract; subsequent renewal may be for a multi-year fixed-term contract. ECU offers an excellent benefits package.

Primary Responsibilities:Educating members of the ECU Division of Health Sciences (DHS) community about data management practices and theory

Performing outreach in order to position the library as a collaborator in managing research data

Develop new classes/workshops and provide classroom-based, small group, and individual data trainings, including but not limited to research data management. Potential topics for class development or support services include: data cleaning, reproducibility, coding, data standards, data preservation, locating datasets, quantitative or qualitative data analysis, and data/text mining

Actively engage in committees and on teams in Laupus Library, the Division of Health Sciences, the university, and professional organizations

Assisting researchers in meeting data management and sharing requirements of funders and publishers, including providing support for data management and data sharing plans.

Develop strategies for measuring the impact of the ECU Division of Health Sciences in research output. Identify and implement tools or products supporting effective tracking of research productivity, such as ORCID, etc.

Other Responsibilities:Coordinating with the Information and Research Services unit to provide metadata and ontology support for datasets

Supporting preparation and deposit of datasets in repositories, including Dataverse, funder-supported repositories, or other repositories meeting quality criteria

Support ECU DHS community in making optimal decisions regarding university-supported and/or commercially available technology resources utilized during the research data lifecycle

Employ data visualization tools illustrating and showcasing the Division of Health Sciences funded research

Pursue research and professional development activities

Other duties as assigned

This position is contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience :

Graduate degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or other relevant accredited graduate degree, and 1 year of relevant experience. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire.

Demonstrated ability to teach concepts and practical skills to a diverse audience, using creative teaching techniques

Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects and meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as a team member and to communicate well with various people in different contexts

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work independently and possessing self-direction

Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace and community

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education :

Background or experience indicating an ability to become proficient with quantitative or qualitative research tools such as R, SAS and SPSS.

Experience with data visualization tools or the aptitude and interest in learning such tools·

Experience with or the aptitude and interest in learning programming languages

Experience with or the aptitude and interest in learning tools such as Tableau, D3.js, R, and/or Python

Previous professional work experience within health sciences libraries

Knowledge of the biomedical research data management landscape

Knowledge of biomedical information resources, data management, and traditional and alternative research impact measurement tools

Familiarity with foundational concepts of metadata, data formats, and systems for managing and sharing research data

Experience providing instruction in an academic settingAwareness of scholarly communication issues within the health sciences

Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with emerging and established technologies, including mobile devices

Strong service orientation

Special Instructions to Applicant :

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents:

Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Interest
List of Three References (noting contact information)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date :

11/21/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Initial Screening Begins :

12/05/2022

Rank Level:

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/57619

AA/EOE :

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment :

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information :

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Organization

ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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