Ocean Data Manager

Dalhousie University; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalhousie University is seeking an Ocean Data Manager for the Transforming Climate Action program. This role involves liaising between data infrastructure and researchers, ensuring data management practices are upheld, and providing training on tools and methodologies. The position offers a combination of in-person and remote work opportunities, enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Health and dental plans

Employee and family assistance program

Voluntary RRSP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Experience in research data management.
• Familiarity with data governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers on data collection and sharing.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies.
• Provide training on data management practices.

Skills

Data management

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, information management, or environmental science

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Ocean Data Manager

Department/Unit Oceanography

Research Project Transforming Climate Action

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number GP41-25

Employee Group Grant-Paid

Position Type Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $59,555 - $79,673 per annum (for 35 hours/ week)

About The Organization

The Transforming Climate Action ( TCA ) program is a multi-university research initiative dedicated to advancing climate science and action through inclusive, collaborative, open, and data-driven research. Our team is committed to fostering innovation, supporting researchers, and sharing knowledge to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director of CIOOS Atlantic, the Ocean Data Manager, will serve as a key liaison between CIOOS and TCA , helping to connect regional data infrastructure and expertise with the needs of TCA researchers. As part of a national initiative involving four universities and more than 170 researchers, the Ocean Data Manager plays a vital role in supporting the management, sharing, and long-term stewardship of data generated in Atlantic Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers to support data collection, documentation, storage, and sharing throughout the research lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with program data governance policies and ethical standards, including data security and privacy.
• Act as the primary point of contact for institutional data management needs, liaising with the central data team and repository staff.
• Provide training and resources to researchers on data management best practices and tools.
• Support the preparation and deposition of datasets into appropriate open data repositories.
• Develop documentation, training, and tools that support data management.
  
  

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., data science, information management, environmental science, or related disciplines).
• Demonstrated experience in research data management or a related role.
• Familiarity with open data repositories, metadata standards, and data sharing protocols.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with researchers from diverse disciplines.
• Knowledge of data governance principles, including the FAIR framework.
• Experience with a common data science scripting language (Python, MATLAB , R). Python preferred.
  
  

Assets

• Experience with data analysis tools, programming languages (e.g., Python, R), or database management.
• Experience with web technologies ( HTML , CSS , JavaScript).
• Experience with a version control system like Git.
• Familiarity with ethical, legal, and institutional requirements related to research data (e.g., privacy, intellectual property).
• Experience providing training or support in a research or academic environment.
• Proficiency in French.
  
  

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP , health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.

Application Consideration

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from: Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), Persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 06/18/2025

Close Date 07/10/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/18973