Biosciences Liaison Librarian and Science Data Curator – University of MN Twin Cities

Biosciences Liaison Librarian and Science Data Curator (UL441)

Job ID 348341
Location Twin Cities
Job Family Libraries & Museums
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job Code 9715
Employee Class Acad Prof and Admin

About the Job

The University of Minnesota Libraries invites applications for a creative, innovative, and enthusiastic science librarian. We seek applicants who combine skills in outreach, technology, and subject expertise to help shape the future of library services.  The Biosciences Liaison Librarian and Scientific Data Curator will be based in C. Peter Magrath Library (http://magrath.lib.umn.edu/) and report to the Director for Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering, one of five departments in the Research Service Area

Interdisciplinary and collaborative research and learning figure prominently in the University of Minnesota’s priorities and are a focus of this position.  The successful candidate will serve as liaison to designated academic departments and research centers in the biological sciences, forging new relationships with faculty and students and creating new services that respond to trends in scientific research in those disciplines. The incumbent will also serve as coordinator for scientific data in the Data Repository for the University of Minnesota (DRUM), working closely with the Data Management/Curation Lead, the Research Data Services Team, and several disciplinary specialists to provide University Libraries data management and curation services.

Focus areas will include: collaboration with researchers, staff, and library colleagues; supporting interdisciplinary research; identifying and supporting research needs, such as data management and personal information management; and integrating information literacy into key cources for undergraduate and graduate students.  The successful candidate will also contribute to the profession as they work toward continuous appointment.

Responsibilities: 

  • Develop strong connections with faculty and students to determine and addess service needs.
  • See opportunities for collaborative partnerships with designated departments and reearch centers.
  • Provide research lifecycle support and leadership, including shared service development in areas such as data management planning, research networking, and personal information management.
  • Support teaching and learning needs of assigned departments.
  • Select and manage materials in all formats for assigned subject areas.
  • Process submissions for depositing and archiving datasets in the digital repository.
  • Contribute to the development of data-related repository activities, workflows, and policies.
  • Execute technical processes involved in managing the lifecycle of digital datasets in order to maintain the integrity of and access to archived datasets; e.g., data tranformation projects.
  • Provide leadership for and contribute to library-wide projects.
  • Contribute to the knowledge base of the profession through research, publication, and professional engagement.

This is a full-time, 12-month, continuous appointment track academic professional position with probationary appointment at the Assistant Librarian rank with the potential for appointment at the Associate Librarian rank. The minimum salary for this position is $57,500.  The Libraries offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits and substantial moving allowance.

The University of Minnesota is located in the center of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for offering vibrant cultural programming through numerous arts venues, an extensive park and recreational systems, and an engaged and diverse community.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited library school or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience.
  • Understanding of teaching, learning, and research trends in the sciences.
  • Demonstrated understanding of scientific research methods and data collection processes.
  • Experience working with data in a research setting.
  • Knowledge of data repositories, preservation, and curation concepts and their application.
  • Understanding of collection development issues and processes.
  • Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and self-direction.
  • Ability to work collaborately with colleagues and library users in a service-oriented, research-intensive environment.

Preferred:

  • Undergraduate or graduate science degree.
  • Education and/or training in research data management best practices and techniques.
  • Familiarity with metadata standards, creation, schemas, or management.
  • Knowledge of software packages and file formats for collecting and analyzing scientific data, such as R, SQL, MATLAB, Python, as well as tools and workflows for supporting reproducible research.
  • Relevant discipline-specific experience in an academic or research library in a research-intensive environment.
  • Understanding of trends in academic research support and expertise in providing research lifecycle support.
  • Experience in developing and delivering instruction in an academic library environment.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Please attach the following documents in Word or PDF Format:  (DO NOT copy and paste.)

  • Resume.  
  • Cover Letter (identify cover letter with UL441).  
  • Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current references. 

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Activities” page and uploading documents there.  Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit:  https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships w