Assistant Director, Research Data Services
Texas State University

Job Info

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Posting Number:

2024149

Posting/Functional Title:

Assistant Director, Research Data Services

University Pay Plan Title:

Asst Dir, Librarian

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Digital Scholarship & Research

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Monthly Salary:

$6,666.67 + Commensurate with Experience

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

• Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or equivalent library science program.
• Evidence of continued leadership and supervision in an academic and/or research library.
• Experience with research data management plans/toolkit.
• Knowledge of metadata standards and schema.
• Knowledge of Open Science and Open Data initiatives.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships and work collaboratively in a diverse and fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with digital repository platforms, such as DSpace, Islandora, and/or CONTENTdm.
• Experience with digital publishing and exhibit platforms, such as Open Journal Systems and/or Omeka.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the evolving landscape of open and public data, data ethics, and data sharing.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and contribution to the library profession.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools.
• Experience planning, developing, and promoting innovative outreach programs and services.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director of Research Data Services is responsible for the leadership and management of the Texas State University Libraries Research Data Services team. The position assists researchers at all stages of the research lifecycle by implementing innovative, sustainable solutions to foster scholarly content creation and stewardship. This position involves collaborating with various university stakeholders, designing and overseeing workflows, cultivating partnerships, and advocating for policies and best practices in scholarly communication. The person in this role will have the opportunity to influence diverse areas of scholarly communication, including digital repositories, research data management, library-based digital publishing, open science, data analytics, and data visualization.

Job Duties:

• Lead and manage the Research Data Services team to support researchers effectively.
• Design and implement creative, sustainable solutions to facilitate scholarly content creation and stewardship.
• Foster collaboration and build partnerships across the university to promote best practices in scholarly communication.
• Oversee and actively participate in the development and maintenance of digital repositories and research data management systems.
• Promote open science initiatives and advance data analytics and data visualization capabilities.

Job Open Date:

11/14/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Posting Notices:

You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State? :

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/44647

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