Data Management Research Associate

Description

As part of our commitment to world-class research, the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota is developing a data management service within its Research Services unit.  The Data Management Research Associate will work collaboratively with research faculty, graduate students, and staff throughout the College of Liberal Arts to assess current needs and practices in data management and archiving.  Partnering with specific research projects, the employee will develop a model for grant-funded research Data Management Plans and for research data management in the College. The employee will propose the form and procedures of a new Data Management service for Research Support Services.

This is a two-year appointment.

Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in a data-driven liberal arts field. Must have experience as a researcher collecting, analyzing, and managing research data. Must have experience communicating effectively with faculty, graduate students, and other researchers, as well as other support staff. Must be able to work collaboratively to address faculty and researcher needs. Must have strong writing and speaking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

An ideal candidate will have a lower degree or minor area of concentration in a different liberal arts field or interdisciplinary area; experience supporting research in multiple fields; and experience with data archival practices and procedures.