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June 3, 2009 ACADEMIC POSITION PROFILE APP. 186 TITLE: Data Services Librarian (Grant Funded Position) John Cotton Dana Library DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: The Rutgers University Libraries seek an experienced, innovative, and service-oriented librarian to fill the newly-created position of Data Services Librarian in the John Cotton Dana Library on the Newark Campus of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. A new unit within Dana Library will include data services, along with digital library, media, and library computing services, in support of individual faculty scholarship, all academic units and disciplines, as well as disciplinary and interdisciplinary research centers. Reporting to the Head of Media and Digital Library Services for the Dana Library and working closely with the Data Librarian on the New Brunswick campus, the Data Services Librarian position will include faculty liaison responsibilities, particularly with research centers, and responsibility for the management and analysis of large data sets. The Data Services Librarian will provide support to faculty and students in using research databases, such as the interactive Census, GIS and other software for quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and provide support for the presentation of the results of research and analysis. In support of the library's assessment function, the Data Services Librarian will play a key role in the comprehensive analysis of the documented needs and use of the data services resources and use of the data services for research support, by faculty, academic units, and research centers. The incumbent will participate as a member of the Public Services team, providing reference and research assistance and collection development responsibilities, including the selection of databases and other resources that support the provision of data services. As a member of a university-wide faculty, the Data Services Librarian may participate in system-wide initiatives, committees, and task forces, related to the areas of professional responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS Required: Master's degree in Library and Information Science, or Master's degree in relevant science or social science discipline. Experience working with quantitative data and manipulation of datasets. Knowledge of statistical software such as SAS, SPSS (PASW), Stata, and/or R. Familiarity with major data resources (ICPSR, Census, etc.). Good communication and interpersonal skills. Skill in collaboration and teamwork in an academic environment. Strong service orientation and understanding of user needs. Desired: Experience with software for qualitative data analysis. Experience with relational databases. Experience in a library environment, including reference and public services. Knowledge of XML and metadata standards relevant to data. Familiarity with web design and scripting languages. SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. FUNDING: The position is grant-funded, with an initial appointment of one year. The position may be continued, pending funding. STATUS/BENEFITS: Faculty status, calendar year appointment, retirement plans, life/health insurance, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, tuition remission, one month vacation. LIBRARY PROFILE: The Rutgers University Libraries (RUL), comprised of libraries on the University's Camden, New Brunswick, and Newark Campuses, all reporting to the Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian, operate as a unified library system with coordinated public services, technical services, and collection development. The Libraries have a staff of 304, a budget of $21 million, and holdings numbering more than 3.6 million volumes. Rutgers University Libraries are a member of ARL, CRL, RLG, Lyrasis, Metro, NERL, and VALE, and use SirsiDynix and OCLC as their primary bibliographic utilities. Rutgers University is a member of the Association of American Universities. The Newark Campus of Rutgers University is a doctoral-degree granting research institution that is a leading education and research center. Classified as a Carnegie Research Intensive, Rutgers-Newark offers 14 doctoral programs: American studies, applied physics, biology, chemistry, criminal justice, global affairs, integrative neuroscience, management, mathematical sciences, nursing, psychology, public administration, and urban systems. For more information go to the RUL website: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu and to learn about the Dana Library and Newark Campus go to: http://library.newark.rutgers.edu TO APPLY: REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY AND CONTINUE UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND NAMES OF THREE REFERENCES TO: Sandra Troy (APP. 186), University Libraries Human Resources Manager, Rutgers University Libraries, 169 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1163, email: [log in to unmask], FAX: 732-932-7637 Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer. The Libraries are strongly and actively committed to diversity, and seek candidates who will contribute creatively to the University's multicultural environment. Application Information Apply Icon Apply for this Position through My HigherEdJobs Contact: Sandra Troy University Libraries Human Resources Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Phone: 732-932-7505 Fax: 732-932-7637 Email Address: [log in to unmask] Aimee Babcock-Ellis Graduate Assistant Nonprint Media Services 301.405.9236 [log in to unmask] www.lib.umd.edu/nonprint