International Association for Social Science Information Service and Technology
2024-04-10: Data Services Librarian (University of Massachusetts Amherst)
International Association for Social Science Information Service and Technology, Amherst, Massachusetts, us, 01002
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University of Massachusetts AmherstWe’re looking for a Data Services Librarian at UMass Amherst Libraries. This is a new position, working with a data services team that includes another data services librarian, a GIS librarian, and a research data & digital scholarship librarian.About UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.Job SummaryWorks in collaboration with the Data Services unit to develop and deliver forward-thinking, measurable, campus-aligned programming, resources, and services to support researchers throughout the data lifecycle; develop educational and outreach programming and support for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty; and coordinate project support for data-intensive research. Assists University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers and scholars in meeting the data management and sharing requirements of funding agencies and publishers. Assists in developing strong, collaborative relationships with library subject specialists in data-intensive disciplines and with relevant offices, departments, and centers across campus. The Data Services Librarian will be part of a team of specialists focused on data management, spatial data and GIS, open science, bibliometrics, data science, and data visualization.For this position, the Data Services Librarian will have a specialization in at least one of the following areas: data visualization, bibliometrics and research impact, data science and statistics, or data curation.Essential FunctionsDelivers data services including writing data management plans, providing research impact training, providing data visualization expertise, developing guides, and teaching workshopsProvides consultations with researchers and research groups in partnership with liaison librarians on research data management planning, research impact, and other related topicsIn collaboration with data services staff, designs and implements a sustainable framework to advance data services including writing data management plans, providing research impact training, providing data visualization expertise, developing guides, and teaching workshopsParticipates in developing vision and direction for the Libraries’ Data Services including strengthening and promoting existing services and developing new services across all disciplines. Participates in assessment of campus-wide data needs and current support services and activities for continuous improvement, including the development of workflows.Keeps apprised of key issues, trends, tools, technologies, resources, and methodologies for computationally centered, data-driven research (e.g., data science, bibliometrics/research impact, research data management, data literacy, visualization, text mining, etc.), and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevantIn collaboration with data services staff and other staff in the division, develops information policies, services, and infrastructure informed by legal, regulatory, and federal requirements in cooperation with relevant university stakeholders, including the Office of Research and Engagement, Information Technology, and compliance officersIn collaboration with library colleagues, coordinates and manages requests for the compilation of research impact and measurement output through use of bibliometrics-based approaches (including altmetrics and other research metrics approaches) for researchers, administrators, and campus unitsPartners with UMass Amherst’s Office of Research & Engagement, Research Administrators Advisory Board, Information Technology, and other relevant campus units on data management initiatives.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferencesParticipates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topicsOther FunctionsWorks a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hoursPerforms other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and UniversityOrganizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within the Libraries and across the institutionAbility to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environmentPurposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learningUnderstands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policyMinimum QualificationsGraduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutionsMinimum of 3 years relevant experience, such as providing data services, in libraries, archives, museums, or similar academic settingsDemonstrated knowledge of data management, data curation, and preservation principles and practices, including issues and technical challenges related to format migration, preservation, metadata, and data retrievalFamiliarity with data sources such as ICPSR, Mergent, Roper, Social Explorer, World Development Indicators, etc.Familiarity with bibliographic data sources such as CrossRef, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, etc.Demonstrated knowledge providing specialized data services in at least one of the following areas:
Data visualization, orBibliometrics and research impact, orData science and statistics, orData curation
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be self-directed, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativityDemonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environmentStrong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervisionEvidence of commitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within the Libraries and the institutionEvidence of ability for ongoing professional development and contribution to the library professionPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge and understanding of bibliometric indicators such as author metrics, article metrics, journal metrics, humane metrics, altmetrics, etc.Experience with data visualization software, such as VOSviewer, Sci2, Gephi, Tableau, etc.Ability to present data through visual storytelling or narrative techniquesSuccessful experience on cross-departmental teams to accomplish projects and initiativesExperience working with DMPTool (or similar tools) to prepare data management plansFamiliarity with data sharing policies for U.S. federally funded research and emerging best practices for compliance with funder requirementsFamiliarity with geospatial data; data visualization tools, trends, and techniques; generative AI tools and/or machine learningExperience teaching the evolving landscape of open and public data, data ethics, and data sharingExperience teaching quantitative and/or qualitative software for working with dataWork ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a portion of the week. As this position falls within the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Union, it is subject to the terms and conditions of the MSP collective bargaining agreement.Salary InformationLibrarian III or IV
Librarian III salary floor: $69,500Librarian IV salary floor: $78,900
Salary commensurate with experience.University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions:MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement. You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment.Application InstructionsAlong with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.Content licensed under Creative Commons BY 4.0
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University of Massachusetts AmherstWe’re looking for a Data Services Librarian at UMass Amherst Libraries. This is a new position, working with a data services team that includes another data services librarian, a GIS librarian, and a research data & digital scholarship librarian.About UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.Job SummaryWorks in collaboration with the Data Services unit to develop and deliver forward-thinking, measurable, campus-aligned programming, resources, and services to support researchers throughout the data lifecycle; develop educational and outreach programming and support for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty; and coordinate project support for data-intensive research. Assists University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers and scholars in meeting the data management and sharing requirements of funding agencies and publishers. Assists in developing strong, collaborative relationships with library subject specialists in data-intensive disciplines and with relevant offices, departments, and centers across campus. The Data Services Librarian will be part of a team of specialists focused on data management, spatial data and GIS, open science, bibliometrics, data science, and data visualization.For this position, the Data Services Librarian will have a specialization in at least one of the following areas: data visualization, bibliometrics and research impact, data science and statistics, or data curation.Essential FunctionsDelivers data services including writing data management plans, providing research impact training, providing data visualization expertise, developing guides, and teaching workshopsProvides consultations with researchers and research groups in partnership with liaison librarians on research data management planning, research impact, and other related topicsIn collaboration with data services staff, designs and implements a sustainable framework to advance data services including writing data management plans, providing research impact training, providing data visualization expertise, developing guides, and teaching workshopsParticipates in developing vision and direction for the Libraries’ Data Services including strengthening and promoting existing services and developing new services across all disciplines. Participates in assessment of campus-wide data needs and current support services and activities for continuous improvement, including the development of workflows.Keeps apprised of key issues, trends, tools, technologies, resources, and methodologies for computationally centered, data-driven research (e.g., data science, bibliometrics/research impact, research data management, data literacy, visualization, text mining, etc.), and regularly incorporates this knowledge into planning and sharing of information with library colleagues and campus partners as relevantIn collaboration with data services staff and other staff in the division, develops information policies, services, and infrastructure informed by legal, regulatory, and federal requirements in cooperation with relevant university stakeholders, including the Office of Research and Engagement, Information Technology, and compliance officersIn collaboration with library colleagues, coordinates and manages requests for the compilation of research impact and measurement output through use of bibliometrics-based approaches (including altmetrics and other research metrics approaches) for researchers, administrators, and campus unitsPartners with UMass Amherst’s Office of Research & Engagement, Research Administrators Advisory Board, Information Technology, and other relevant campus units on data management initiatives.Serves on internal committees as assigned and may be asked to represent the Libraries on campus committees, Five College Committees, and Boston Library Consortium Committees, and/or at other selected professional meetings and conferencesParticipates in professional development and continuing education activities, including service in professional and scholarly associations, and presenting and publishing on work-related topicsOther FunctionsWorks a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hoursPerforms other related duties as assigned or required to meet the goals of the department, Libraries, and UniversityOrganizational ValuesCommitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within the Libraries and across the institutionAbility to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environmentPurposefully promote a One Library environment for all that encourages inclusion, personal growth, respect, self-reflection, curiosity, and continuous learningUnderstands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent with both law and with university policyMinimum QualificationsGraduate degree in librarianship (from a program accredited by the American Library Association) or related field, or combination of an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and experience in libraries, archives, museums, or similar institutionsMinimum of 3 years relevant experience, such as providing data services, in libraries, archives, museums, or similar academic settingsDemonstrated knowledge of data management, data curation, and preservation principles and practices, including issues and technical challenges related to format migration, preservation, metadata, and data retrievalFamiliarity with data sources such as ICPSR, Mergent, Roper, Social Explorer, World Development Indicators, etc.Familiarity with bibliographic data sources such as CrossRef, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, etc.Demonstrated knowledge providing specialized data services in at least one of the following areas:
Data visualization, orBibliometrics and research impact, orData science and statistics, orData curation
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be self-directed, problem-solve, and demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, service excellence, innovation, and creativityDemonstrated ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environmentStrong organizational, project, and time management skills to lead or coordinate multiple projects and work with minimal supervisionEvidence of commitment to support justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) within the Libraries and the institutionEvidence of ability for ongoing professional development and contribution to the library professionPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge and understanding of bibliometric indicators such as author metrics, article metrics, journal metrics, humane metrics, altmetrics, etc.Experience with data visualization software, such as VOSviewer, Sci2, Gephi, Tableau, etc.Ability to present data through visual storytelling or narrative techniquesSuccessful experience on cross-departmental teams to accomplish projects and initiativesExperience working with DMPTool (or similar tools) to prepare data management plansFamiliarity with data sharing policies for U.S. federally funded research and emerging best practices for compliance with funder requirementsFamiliarity with geospatial data; data visualization tools, trends, and techniques; generative AI tools and/or machine learningExperience teaching the evolving landscape of open and public data, data ethics, and data sharingExperience teaching quantitative and/or qualitative software for working with dataWork ScheduleThe regular working schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, day hours.The incumbent of the position is expected to work on a flexible schedule, which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a portion of the week. As this position falls within the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) Union, it is subject to the terms and conditions of the MSP collective bargaining agreement.Salary InformationLibrarian III or IV
Librarian III salary floor: $69,500Librarian IV salary floor: $78,900
Salary commensurate with experience.University benefits may differ based on collective bargaining agreements (unions). Please see below for the potential benefits MSP Librarians can be entitled to obtain: benefits for the Massachusetts Society of Professors (MSP) members and benefits for MSP Librarians positions:MSP Librarian positions are eligible for promotion, defined as a change in rank as a librarian from one rank to the next higher rank. The bargaining unit member who gets a promotion shall receive the base salary increase in line with the MSP collective bargaining agreement. You can view the MSP Collective Bargaining Agreement, particularly, article 20, to learn more about MSP Librarian Personnel Actions, including promotion, appointment, reappointment, and continuing appointment.Application InstructionsAlong with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.Content licensed under Creative Commons BY 4.0
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