Data Repository Specialist

Description

The University of Arizona Libraries’ Research Engagement office seeks a Data Repository Specialist to support the University of Arizona Research Data Repository (ReDATA). ReDATA is intended to be a long-term archive for public research datasets and software produced by University of Arizona researchers. The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the ReDATA service. This includes assuming ownership of the software stack, web apps, and cloud servers that form ReDATA’s data curation and preservation infrastructure and collaborating on their management, maintenance, and improvement with others in the Research Engagement department; performing data curation and related activities on datasets deposited into ReDATA with others in the department; contributing to ReDATA outreach activities; and leading or participating in other ReDATA-related initiatives as needed (e.g., special projects, professional development activities).

Hybrid work arrangements are possible after approval.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

• Manage, maintain, and improve ReDATA’s in-house-developed software for user management, data curation, and data preservation (implement new features, fix bugs, create documentation, manage deployment etc.)
• Manage, maintain, and improve ReDATA’s cloud infrastructure and associated workflows (web application management, server monitoring, backups, billing, etc.)
• Work with other ReDATA curators to perform curation of deposits according to ReDATA’s policies and established standards as assigned.
• Assist with improving data curation workflows and processes where needed.
• Assist with ReDATA outreach (workshops, managing social media accounts, researcher outreach.)
• Collect and periodically analyze usage statistics.
• Assist with other duties including but not limited to planning, assessments, or other special projects.
• The UA Libraries support the UA’s diversity and inclusiveness strategic initiatives designed to create an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students.  The candidate is expected to support diversity and inclusiveness efforts in the department and college.