Digital Library Federation is hiring: Open Science, Research & Engagement Librar

Position Title: Open Science, Research & Engagement Librarian

Salary Range: Please see Table 26B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $61,920-$149,167.

Percent Time: 100%

Anticipated Start: January 1, 2025 or later

Position Duration: Potential Career Status

Application Window:

1. Open Date: April 19, 2024
2. Next Review Date: Thursday, Jul 11, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
3. Final Date: Friday, Oct 18, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description:

The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) Library seeks an innovative, strategic, forward-thinking professional for the Open Science, Research & Engagement Librarian in STEM. Reporting to the Director, Research & Engagement, the position will be a member of the Research & Engagement department and part of the Subject Librarian Program, providing research and instructional support to all academic departments on campus.

The Open Science, Research & Engagement Librarian will contribute to the advancement of open science in the campus’ research ecosystem, serving as an expert and advocate for open science principles, tools, and practices. The incumbent will be actively involved in envisioning and shaping new approaches to how the Library supports scientific disciplines and communities at UCSB in collaboration with other Library departments and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Works in a team-based environment to promote open science principles, tools, and practices, and engages research communities across campus.
• Collaborates with Research Data Services, the DREAM Lab, and the Collection Strategies Department to develop and provide Library support for evolving open science needs in STEM disciplines.
• Engages proactively with assigned STEM academic departments, faculty, researchers, and students to provide support for their research and instruction.
• Collaborates with Research Data Services and the DREAM Lab to design and teach campus-wide library workshops, with emphasis on open science.
• Provides library-related instruction to assigned academic departments.
• Explores, designs, and implements strategic approaches with colleagues to increase the impact and reach of UCSB’s research.
• As a Research & Engagement team member, identifies and assesses programmatic, service, and project opportunities across campus.
• Follows developments in open science and shares trends and patterns.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications: Master’s degree in library/information science (ALA-accreditation) OR another relevant advanced degree.

Additional Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of open science principles, tools, practices, and trends; excellent written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in a STEM discipline; at least two years of relevant experience in an academic research environment; strong collaboration skills; familiarity with research data management and digital scholarship practices.

Application Requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity (Optional)

Reference Requirements: 2-3 required (contact information only).

Apply Link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02739

Help Contact: library-hr@ucsb.edu

Job Location: Santa Barbara, CA