Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

04/11/2022

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1128062

Position Title

Research Data Science Specialist

Department this Position Reports to

Library, Digital Strategies

Hiring Range Minimum

$76,400

Hiring Range Maximum

$95,500

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Baker 02

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

This position works as part of the Dartmouth Library Research Data Services team to develop and deliver a robust suite of research data services to meet and advance research and curricular needs at Dartmouth. The person in this position will coordinate, develop, and provide computational research project support, with a focus on advanced computing environments and collaborations, and assist in the development and implementation of research data infrastructure across Dartmouth.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

● BA in quantitative or related field + 5-7 years experience, or; MA in a quantitative or related field + 3-5 years, or; PhD in a quantitative or related field
● Demonstrated knowledge of programming/ scripting languages and analysis applications (e.g., R, Python, SAS, SPSS )
● Willingness to learn new programming languages, statistical analysis tools or other relevant tools as needed
● Experience with preparing data for analysis, visualization, and other procedures
● Demonstrated knowledge of data management, curation, and preservation principles and practices
● Demonstrated knowledge of open data, data repositories, and the data life cycle
● Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member to solve problems
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
● Excellent analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

● Experience with data tools and services, including HPC, in a research library or academic/research setting
● Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, coordinate, implement, and assess complex programs, projects, and services.
● Professional experience working with research data and/or in an academic library

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Lora Leligdon

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Rabia Gandhi

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All Dartmouth College employees, whether working on-site or remotely, are required to be up to date with vaccination against COVID -19 (or to have received an approved exemption from vaccination through the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity). Please visit https://dartgo.org/vaxpolicy for details. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/62508

Key Accountabilities

Description

Develops and implements cutting-edge and advanced quantitative methods and techniques in both statistics and programming as needed to support more computationally-intensive research projects. Works in conjunction with faculty and Information, Technology & Consulting ( ITC ) staff to develop, program, review, or troubleshoot custom analyses and workflow pipelines and to leverage Dartmouth’s computing infrastructure to optimize and complete multiple short- and long-term research projects. Ensures that indigenous, culturally, or personally identifiable sensitive data adheres to relevant protocols and informed best practices.

Percentage Of Time

40%

Description

Assists in the development of data and analysis project support in a dynamic and collaborative academic library environment. Assists faculty, staff, and students on comprehensive data analysis and visualization projects from conception to dissemination. Coordinates with partners in various campus and library departments to facilitate the use of extended and contextualized research data services and infrastructure.

Percentage Of Time

30%

Description

Provides instruction, outreach, and consultations on advanced computing concepts for faculty, students, and staff to expand computational research skills (including data discovery, curation, management, storage, analysis, visualization, and preservation) as needed for curricular or research projects.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

In partnership with the Head of Research Data Services and related teams, assists in the development of a comprehensive platform and suite of advanced technical services and infrastructure to support and advance interdisciplinary digital scholarship at Dartmouth.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Monitors trends and best practices in library and industry-based research data efforts, with an emphasis on open data/software and ethical data use. Recommends and facilitates improvements to existing programs and services, and participates in internal training and professional development for Dartmouth Library and related staff.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Participates in professional development activities, which may include research to further the field of librarianship; committee service at the library, campus, state or national levels; publication; continuing education; and professional association activities.

Percentage Of Time

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Writing Portfolio
3. Additional Document #1
4. Additional Document #2
5. Media Portfolio