Research Data Librarian

Title: Research Data Librarian

Location: Hanover United States

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Position Information

Posting date 03/18/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 0019302 Position Title Research Data Librarian Hiring Range Minimum $68,200 Hiring Range Maximum $85,300 Union Type DCLWU SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Hybrid Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. N/A Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

This position works as part of the Dartmouth Libraries' Research Facilitation team to develop and deliver a robust suite of services supporting data-intensive advanced research and curricular needs at Dartmouth. The person in this position will coordinate, develop, and provide deep research support, curricular and co-curricular educational modules, and data-related collections services to faculty, students, and staff. They will hold primary liaison responsibility for the economics department, and will work with other data-intensive subject areas, programs, and centers. They will develop, deliver, and assess effective programs and services, and assist in the development and implementation of research data services across Dartmouth. Twenty-five percent of the role holder's responsibilities are dedicated to supporting the Tuck School of Business.

This is a hybrid work location eligible position.

Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Masters plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

● ALA-accredited masters degree in library and/or information science, or an advanced subject or professional degree; and 2 plus years of relevant postgraduate experience.

● Experience preparing data for analysis, visualization, and other procedures

● Knowledge of and proficiency with key information resources in economics, business, and/or finance.

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly and effectively in groups.

● Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and complete projects.

● Demonstrated skill and enthusiasm for outreach and engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

● Academic background in a data-intensive social sciences discipline.

● Familiarity with one or more data analysis or visualization tools (for example Stata, SPSS, R, Python).

● Knowledge of statistical concepts and approaches in social science disciplines.

● Experience and proficiency with effective teaching methods and practices

● 2+ years experience in data science work

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Lora Leligdon Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3845 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Lora Leligdon, Head of Research Facilitation Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-3845 Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

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Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Key Accountabilities

Description

In partnership with the Head of Research Facilitation and related liaison teams, assists in the development of a comprehensive platform and suite of research data services to support and advance interdisciplinary digital scholarship at Dartmouth. Provides information, research consulting, and data services in a dynamic and collaborative academic library environment. Coordinates with partners across campus and library departments to facilitate extended and contextualized research data services and specialized resources. Ensures that indigenous, culturally, or personally identifiable sensitive data adheres to relevant protocols and informed best practices.

Percentage Of Time 40 Description

Acts as a functional library liaison to economics, and possibly other data-intensive subject areas, programs, and centers. In partnership with colleagues: provides reference, collections, and teaching support; develops, maintains, and assesses data, print, and digital resources and collections in selected areas; regularly reviews departmental academic programs, research priorities, and information needs to refine library services and resources; communicates regularly and effectively with core constituencies.

Percentage Of Time 30 Description

Develops and implements instruction resources to help faculty, students, and staff expand research skills, including data discovery, curation, management, analysis, visualization, and preservation. Collaborates with colleagues in the Libraries and in Information, Technology & Consulting (ITC) to teach in curricular and co-curricular settings. Consults with students on class assignments or projects using relevant data tools and programs.

Percentage Of Time 20 Description

Monitors trends and best practices in library and industry-based research data efforts, with an emphasis on statistical data, open data/software and ethical data use. Recommends and facilitates improvements to existing programs and services, and participates in internal training and professional development for Dartmouth Libraries and related staff (including committee service, publication, and professional activities).

Percentage Of Time 10

• -- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. -- Performs other duties as assigned

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Documents Needed to Apply

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• Curriculum Vitae
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