[Michlib-l] Job Posting, Research Data Librarian, Oakland Univ, Rochester, Mich

[Kristine Condic]

Research Data Librarian
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan

The University Libraries seek a dynamic and service-oriented librarian to
lead us in advancing student and faculty research and curricular innovation
through the creation of new data support services. Working with library
colleagues and other campus constituents, the successful candidate will
facilitate the development of an infrastructure and services to support
data discovery, curation, preservation and sharing; design programs to
educate the campus community on data management requirements and best
practices; and guide faculty and students in the discovery and use of
existing data sets. The successful candidate will also provide training and
support to colleagues in all aspects of the research data lifecycle.
Additional responsibilities include serving as a liaison librarian to
support instruction, outreach, research partnerships and grant activities
for one or more academic departments.

The successful candidate will serve as an active member of the Library
Faculty, contributing to the Library’s public services programs and
initiatives, and will be a leader in current and emerging trends in data
science, scholarly communication, and data curation.

Minimum Qualifications
* MLS degree received from an ALA-accredited institution.
* Experience working with datasets including data identification, curation,
or retrieval.
* Strong commitment to research and teaching support, information literacy
instruction, and other liaison activities.
* Effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
* A second advanced degree in any subject area, or demonstrated subject
specialization.
* Professional experience in an academic library.

Rank, salary, benefits: This is a tenure-track, faculty appointment with
the obligation to work fall and winter semesters. Attainment of tenure is
dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. This appointment
will be made at the Assistant Professor level. Oakland University offers
excellent fringe benefits including TIAA/CREF and Fidelity retirement plans.

Candidates should upload a cover letter, CV, and contact information of
three references to https://academicjobs.oakland.edu/postings/6583  Formal
review of applications will begin January 15, 2016 and will continue until
the position is filled. The appointment begins August 15, 2016. Please
direct questions to: Professor Kristine Condic, Research Data Librarian
Search Committee Chair, email: salomon at oakland.edu



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Kristine Condic
Professor
Kresge Library
Oakland University
Rochester, MI 48309
office: 248-370-2469
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