Join our team!! Rockefeller University Markus Library is hiring!
The mission of Markus Library is to
support and enhance the University's research programs and to promote
the reputation and influence of the University. Utilizing its own
extensive collections in the life sciences that support the research
interests of the University, and a wide array of information resources
licensed beyond the University, the Library is able to provide the
faculty, staff and students scientific information support needed to
advance their research goals. Using technology, a
variety of collaborative relationships, and networking and outreach
activities, the library supports and advances scholarly communication
and the advancement of knowledge.
Detailed Description
The Web and Data Services Librarian
will be responsible for the daily operation of various web and IT
infrastructure services in the Rita and Frits Markus Library. Will be
responsible for the maintenance, upgrades and development of
the Alma/Primo system, the Library webpage and blog, RU publications
database, and the Public Mac's and PC's in the main reading room.
Working with the University Librarian, The Web and Data Services
Librarian will also be responsible, along with the University
Librarian, for the development, implementation, outreach and support of
Data Management activities at Rockefeller University. Will work with
the Assistant University Librarian and University Librarian to ensure
that the appropriate services are developed,
implemented, and improved upon and that the Library's web and IT
infrastructure remains functional and relevant. Will be involved in the
development of a robust Data Management service that provides training,
support and assistance throughout the research
data life cycle and includes developing, in conjunction with the
University Librarian and IT, a data repository, data catalog, metadata
schema and ontology for Rockefeller University. Other responsibilities
include the development and implementation of trainings,
workshops and one on one sessions for data management concepts and
tools such as DMPTool, supporting faculty and students in both finding
datasets and making datasets findable, and staying current with changes
in the data management landscape from the perspective
of funders and publishers.
Job Requirements
MLS, MLIS, or Ph.D. required. Must
have knowledge of Alma/Primo software or other major library OPAC and
OCLC Connexion and Label software, current data management standards and
best practices, XML-based standards such as Dublin Core,
and metadata standards related to the description, access, and
preservation of numeric data, such as the Data Documentation initiative
(DDI) specification. Must have familiarity with data repository systems
and scripting and programming languages such as PHP,
Perl, Python, and R. Experience with website design and maintenance and
knowledge of copyright and licensing issues related to data deposit and
sharing required. Must have excellent verbal, written and presentation
communication skills. Must be able to work
quickly, accurately, and independently. Effective project management
skills and attention to detail required. Must be proficient in Microsoft
Office suite.
More about the library
https://www.rockefeller.edu/markus-library/
More about the Rockefeller University
https://www.rockefeller.edu/
