Data Services Librarian/Faculty Rank DOQ (Faculty)

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	2025 - 017
Department	McGoogan Health Sciences Library 50001211
Business Unit(College/Institute)	McGoogan Health Sciences Library
FTE:	100
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	Mon - Fri 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Requisition Category	Faculty
Requisition Title	Data Services Librarian/Faculty Rank DOQ (Faculty)
Job Title/Academic Rank	Data Services Librarian/Faculty Rank DOQ
Additional Requisition Title
Appointment Type	DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS
Salary Range	Range Starting at $65,000 - Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category	Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date	01/20/2025

Position Qualification

Position Summary

Coordinates and delivers the library’s research services for research data management, data curation, data visualization, data literacy, and open science. Oversees the continued development of a portfolio to support UNMC researchers. The position liaises with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, UNMC units that support researchers, and researcher teams at UNMC. Provides instruction, literature search, liaison and outreach librarian services.

I. Teaching Responsibilities 65%

Lead the library’s services for research data management and data curation. Create and consult on data management plans and support data curation needs. Assist users with locating datasets, repositories, and open science platforms.
Assess data curation needs, make recommendations to maximize the value and reuse of the data, and implement these recommendations in collaboration with researchers and library staff. Advise on data documentation strategies and use of metadata schemas.
Lead development of learning resources and delivery of instruction in research data management and open science topics.
Functions as a liaison to assigned departments, centers, or other units
Cultivates partnerships and collaborates with university faculty on projects including teaching, grants, manuscripts, paper, or poster presentations.
Participates in a team approach to providing prompt and effective reference, consultation, literature search, and instructional services to students, faculty, and staff.
Develop web-based tutorials, workshops, and classroom programs to promote data literacy, information literacy, and critical evaluation of health sciences information.

II. Research Responsibilities 25%

Develop and implement strategies, models, and standards for data literacy and open science scholarship.
Develop and/or peer review new digital tools (software, script, code, datasets) to facilitate the use and reuse of open scientific scholarship and data.
Expands the knowledge base of the field by engaging in research or creative works associated with the investigation, creation, discovery, understanding, or interpretation of professional knowledge or practice. Prepares and disseminates tangible evidence of these activities.

III. Administration and Service 10%

Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans for open scholarship and research data services.
Participates in shared governance of the library.
Serves on library, UNMC, and NU committees.
Participates in professional organizations.

The above and other duties and responsibilities shall be subject to the direction of the Associate Dean, McGoogan Health Sciences Library, in consultation with the Dean, McGoogan Health Sciences Library and modified at their reasonable discretion.

Cover letter should address how your combination of expertise, experience, and skills are relevant to the required qualifications.

Required Qualifications

Advanced degree in research-related field or master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution.
At least one year of experience as a librarian in an academic or health sciences library.
Knowledge of current tools, trends, and approaches in data services, including data preservation and curation, visualization, discovery and use of open data sets.
Knowledge of the research data lifecycle, data management, data sharing practices, and data literacy concepts.
Familiarity with research tools such as Python, R, SPSS, or STATA and ability to become proficient in additional tools.
Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrated teaching skills.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with research partners.
Commitment to demonstrating collegiality and fostering a collaborative, welcoming environment.

Supplemental Qualifications

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.	Office environment
Other working environment	NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting	Occasionally
Crawling	Not Applicable
Driving	Occasionally
Kneeling	Not Applicable
Reaching	Occasionally
Sitting	Over 5 hours
Standing	Occasionally
Squatting	Occasionally
Walking	Occasionally

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric	No
Blood/body fluids	No
Chemical hazards	No
Working on or around moving machinery	No
Electrical current	No
Noise	No
Changes of temperature/humidity	No
Wear PPE	No
Work with laboratory animals	No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools	No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation	NA
Repetitive Motion	NA
Grasping	NA
If you selected any area above, please explain

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

C.V.
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have an advanced degree in research-related field or Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA- accredited institution?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of one year of experience in library services or research environment?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)