Data Services Librarian: Research Data & Open Practices

Ohio University; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio University is seeking a Data Services Librarian to support students and faculty in discovering, using, and managing data for research. The role provides leadership in research data management, data literacy, open research practices, and data stewardship across campus.

The librarian will offer instruction, workshops, and individualized support, collaborating with departments, centers, and campus partners to advance data-related services, compliance, and scholarly communication initiatives at

Qualifications

• The candidate should hold an MLS/MLIS or equivalent and demonstrate strong data management knowledge.
• Experience with data literacy and open research practices is ideal.
• Ability to develop data sharing plans and support researchers across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Partner with researchers to develop compliant data management and sharing plans.
• Provide instruction, workshops, and individualized research support on data literacy.
• Collaborate with campus partners to deliver data management consulting and methods.
• Monitor trends and evaluate new tools to enhance library services.
• Participate in subject support and collection development for programs.
• Serve on library or university committees to advance strategic goals.
• Engage in professional development and outreach to the university community.

Skills

Data management

Data literacy

Research collaboration

Instruction

Outreach

Education

MLS / MLIS

Tools

R

Python

OpenRefine

Job description

Ohio University is seeking a Data Services Librarian to support students and faculty in discovering, using, and managing data for research. The role provides leadership in research data management, data literacy, open research practices, and data stewardship across campus.

The librarian will offer instruction, workshops, and individualized support, collaborating with departments, centers, and campus partners to advance data-related services, compliance, and scholarly communication initiatives at