Vacancy for Data Science Specialist/Librarian at University of Arizona

Digital Preservation Coalition; Arizona; On-site; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution located in Arizona is seeking a Data Science Specialist/Librarian. This role involves designing and delivering training on data science topics, providing support for data visualization tools, and collaborating on data literacy initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree and strong skills in Python programming, data visualization, and communication. The position is full-time with a salary range of $63,000 - $76,000.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in data science, library science, or a related field.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Strong communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training on data science topics.
• Provide support for tools and resources related to data visualization.
• Collaborate with library researchers on data literacy projects.

Skills

Python programming

Data visualization

Geospatial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Terminal degree in a relevant field

Tools

Data analysis software

Visualization platforms

Job description

• Vacancy for Data Science Specialist/Librarian at University of Arizona

Vacancy for Data Science Specialist/Librarian at University of Arizona

15 January 2026

Arizona, United States

$63,000 - $76,000

Full-Time

The University of Arizona Libraries invites you to apply to the role of Data Science Specialist/Librarian (Assistant or Associate rank).

Located within the University of Arizona Libraries Research Engagement department, Data Cooperative provides data science, geospatial, and digital scholarship services for the University of Arizona. The incumbent will contribute to a robust program supporting data analysis and visualization through a variety of formats, providing up-to-date and on-demand training for relevant tools and resources.

The Data Science Specialist / Librarian will: design, develop, and deliver instruction on data science topics such as Python programming; provide training in the use of software to support communication of scholarship through visual media; stay abreast of trends and tools available in the evolving data science ecosystem; work with library colleagues and researchers to identify appropriate tools, platforms, and resources for visualization and informatics projects; collaborate with other members of the Data Cooperative and Research Engagement to develop outreach strategies and partnerships for supporting projects on computational and data literacy; identify opportunities for impactful engagement in data visualization and analysis by the University Libraries; contribute to the scholarly record through research, creative works, and/or scholarship. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Specialist or Librarian, depending on their terminal degree.