University Of Nebraska Medical Center is hiring: Data Services Librarian/Faculty

Data Services Librarian/Faculty Rank DOQ (Faculty)

UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location: Omaha, NE

Requisition Number: 2025 - 017

Department: McGoogan Health Sciences Library 50001211

FTE: 100

Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Requisition Category: Faculty

Job Title/Academic Rank: Data Services Librarian/Faculty Rank DOQ

Salary Range: Starting at $65,000 - Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category: Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date: 01/20/2025

Position Summary

Coordinates and delivers the library’s research services for research data management, data curation, data visualization, data literacy, and open science. Oversees the continued development of a portfolio to support UNMC researchers. The position liaises with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, UNMC units that support researchers, and researcher teams at UNMC. Provides instruction, literature search, liaison, and outreach librarian services.

I. Teaching Responsibilities (65%)

• Lead the library’s services for research data management and data curation. Create and consult on data management plans and support data curation needs.
• Assess data curation needs and make recommendations to maximize the value and reuse of the data.
• Lead development of learning resources and delivery of instruction in research data management and open science topics.
• Functions as a liaison to assigned departments, centers, or other units.
• Cultivates partnerships and collaborates with university faculty on projects.
• Participates in a team approach to providing prompt and effective reference, consultation, literature search, and instructional services.
• Develop web-based tutorials, workshops, and classroom programs to promote data literacy.

II. Research Responsibilities (25%)

• Develop and implement strategies for data literacy and open science scholarship.
• Develop and/or peer review new digital tools to facilitate the use and reuse of open scientific scholarship and data.
• Engage in research or creative works associated with the investigation, creation, discovery, understanding, or interpretation of professional knowledge.

III. Administration and Service (10%)

• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans for open scholarship and research data services.
• Participates in shared governance of the library.
• Serves on library, UNMC, and NU committees.
• Participates in professional organizations.

The above and other duties and responsibilities shall be subject to the direction of the Associate Dean, McGoogan Health Sciences Library, in consultation with the Dean, McGoogan Health Sciences Library.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in research-related field or master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• At least one year of experience as a librarian in an academic or health sciences library.
• Knowledge of current tools, trends, and approaches in data services.
• Knowledge of the research data lifecycle and data management practices.
• Familiarity with research tools such as Python, R, SPSS, or STATA.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated teaching skills.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with research partners.
• Commitment to demonstrating collegiality and fostering a collaborative environment.

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter