What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hofstra University is hiring: Research Data Librarian (Tenure Track) in New York position at Hofstra University?
At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Position Title
Research Data Services Librarian
Position Number
896424
Position Category
School / Division
Library Operations
Department
Technical and Digital Library Services
Full-Time or Part-Time
Full-Time
Description
The Hofstra University Library is pleased to invite applications for the appointment of a tenure-track Research Data Services Librarian in the Department of Technical and Digital Library Services. The successful candidate will support the Library’s data management and curation initiatives, helping to develop and provide services that support faculty, researchers, and students.
In this position, the successful candidate will be expected to :
- Work with a team of key university stakeholders to analyze and assess current campus research data management needs, and to collaboratively develop research data initiatives, services, and future directions.
- Collaborate on the development and implementation of a plan for the Library to provide and sustain data services to support the University’s research mission.
- Assist researchers in complying with funder-mandated data management and sharing requirements, working together with the Office of Sponsored Research and other university units as appropriate.
- Advise on repository requirements and infrastructure, and assist in the implementation and management of repository systems and services.
- Advocate for the value of responsible data practices and reproducibility, emphasizing considerations of privacy, ethics, attribution, and documentation when working with data.
- Educate and inform the campus community about data curation and preservation practices and strategies as they relate to scholarly communication endeavors.
- Work collaboratively across the Hofstra Libraries to support Open Educational Resource initiatives.
- Conduct research and scholarly activities to meet the Hofstra University Library criteria for promotion and tenure.
- Serve on University and department committees, task forces, and teams.
- Demonstrate a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce and work environment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions
This is a tenure-track faculty position. It will be filled at either the Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor rank, depending on qualifications. An additional graduate degree, scholarship, and university service are required for tenure consideration. Please upload the following with your application for consideration :
All applications received by March 1, 2025 will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to Professor Alan Bailin at Alan.Bailin@hofstra.edu.
Deadline
Tenure Track : Yes
Date Posted
12 / 18 / 2024
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary / Salary Range
80,000-$85,000
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
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Salary : $80,000 - $85,000
