Data Services Librarian Position, Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana’s University Library seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and user-oriented colleague as the Data Services Librarian. This position will help develop, lead, and coordinate a robust suite of data services that serve to bolster student and faculty research through the discovery, curation, management, analysis, preservation, and visualization of data to meet curricular and research needs on campus. Reporting to the Head of Research and Technology, this position will coordinate, implement, assess, provide outreach for, and enhance the Library’s data services program. This position will actively collaborate with library colleagues to promote and integrate data services and data literacy into library instruction across multiple disciplines. The Data Services Librarian will develop and provide services that support faculty, researchers, and students in the discovery, use, preservation, and visualization of data and provide supervision and management of the Data Visualization Lab. The Data Services Librarian will coordinate and teach instruction sessions and programming related to research data management and provide consultations for researchers in collaboration with subject librarians. Responsibilities: Data & Research Services ● Provide support and instruction in data management tools and techniques required by faculty, researchers, and students to find, describe, preserve, and visualize data. ● Provide supervision and management of the Data Visualization Lab. ● Assists researchers with the review of data management plans and the development of grant proposals. ● Analyzes and assess campus data management needs, current initiatives, and future directions. ● Develops and implements plans for the Libraries to provide and sustain data services for the University community. ● Works collaboratively across the Libraries to support various initiatives including Open Access, Open educational resources, and digital initiatives. ● Develops partnerships and works in collaboration with campus offices that provide research data services to support the University’s research mission. ● Engages in professional development such as attending conferences, workshops, and webinars related to job functions. ● Develops a focused program of high-quality research and creative accomplishments, consistent with professional responsibilities and the Library’s mission and goals. Instruction & Outreach ● Designs and teaches data management instruction sessions, workshops, and programs; create instructional materials and research guides in a variety of formats. ● Participates in outreach to promote library resources and services. ● Provides liaison and instruction to Xavier Bioinformatics Program. Service ● Actively participates and demonstrates leadership in professional responsibilities that serve the Libraries, University, profession, and community. QUALIFICATIONS: ● An ALA-accredited graduate degree in librarianship or other relevant graduate degrees as deemed appropriate by the Libraries ● Demonstrated knowledge of data management practices, data curation practices, and preservation principles and practices ● Understanding of the research life-cycle as demonstrated by education or work experience ● Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills ● Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment ● Experience or demonstrated potential supporting researchers with data services, including review of data management plans, data discovery, and data storage ● Familiarity working with common funding agency requirements, such as NSF, USDA, NEH, NIH ● Familiarity with the software used for statistical and/or qualitative analysis and data visualization Demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace To apply, log in to Xavier’s online application site at https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials: (1) A letter of interest describing your professional goals, relevant preparation and experience for the position; (2) comprehensive curriculum vitae; (3) transcript; and (4) contact information for three references Please address documents to search committee chair, Kayla Siddell at ksiddell@xula.edu. A review of applications will begin on February 1, 2021, and continue until the position is filled. Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Library is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their leadership, research, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Sandra M. Phoenix HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. 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