Research Data Management Specialist

Code4lib; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Code4lib is seeking a Research Data Management Specialist to support the Princeton University community in effectively managing and sharing research data. This role includes collaboration with faculty, students, and partners, focusing on best practices in data management and fostering open research.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in relevant fields, strong technical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Successful candidates will be valued for their ability to engage with diverse communities and promote effective data stewardship.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of library, technology, informatics, or research experience.
• Experience in conducting training and workshops.
• Proficiency with research data management methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide research consultations and outreach.
• Develop and deliver workshops related to data management.
• Engage with campus and external communities.

Skills

Collaboration

Technical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Princeton University Library (PUL) seeks a collaborative and service-oriented Research Data Management Specialist to support the Princeton research community in managing, curating, and sharing research data across the research lifecycle. Reporting to the Head of the Princeton Research Data Service (PRDS), this position is part of the Data, Research, and Teaching Services division and plays a key role in advancing open research and data stewardship at Princeton.

The Research Data Management Specialist works closely with PRDS colleagues and campus partners to provide expertise in research data management (RDM), metadata practices, and data curation. The role includes supporting TigerData infrastructure and users, delivering instruction and consultations, and developing services and programming that promote effective and responsible data management. The position engages with faculty, students, and research staff across disciplines and contributes to institutional and community efforts to improve data practices and accessibility.

Responsibilities

Core responsibilities include providing research consultations, instruction, and outreach related to research data management and open data; developing and delivering workshops and educational programming; serving as a liaison; and engaging with campus and external communities.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years combined of library, information technology, informatics, and/or research experience
• Experience with developing and conducting training, teaching, and/or workshop presentations
• Strong technical skills with a high degree of comfort and willingness to learn new technologies and develop skills in others
• Experience with and knowledge of methods and best practices for research data management and/or data and code curation and archiving
• Experience working with research data infrastructure (eg., data repositories, high-performance computing, data storage systems) and large and/or complex data sets
• Experience creating and/or reviewing data management plans
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges and solve problems with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal and collaboration skills, and a collegial, team-oriented approach
• Excellent communication skills

Location

The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Equal Opportunity

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.