Research Data Librarian

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

10/19/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0019302

Position Title

Research Data Librarian

Hiring Range Minimum

$67,400

Hiring Range Maximum

$84,200

Union Type

DCLWU

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Hybrid

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

N/A

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

This position works as part of the Dartmouth Libraries Research
Facilitation team to develop and deliver a robust suite of services
supporting data-intensive advanced research and curricular needs at
Dartmouth. The person in this position will coordinate, develop,
and provide deep research support, curricular and co-curricular
educational modules, and data-related collections services to
faculty, students, and staff. They will hold primary liaison
responsibility for the economics department, collaborate closely
with the business liaisons, and will work with other data-intensive
subject areas, programs, and centers. They will develop, deliver,
and assess effective programs and services, and assist in the
development and implementation of research data services across
Dartmouth.

This position is hybrid work location eligible.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Masters plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of
education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and
Abilities

• ALA -accredited masters degree in library and/or information

science, or an advanced subject or professional degree; and 2 plus
years of relevant postgraduate experience.

• Experience preparing data for analysis, visualization, and

other procedures

• Proficiency with one or more data analysis or visualization

tools (for example Stata, SPSS, R, Python).

• Knowledge of and proficiency with key information resources in

economics, business, and/or finance.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the

ability to work flexibly and effectively in groups.

• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks,

manage time, and complete projects.

• Demonstrated skill and enthusiasm for outreach and

engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic background in a data-intensive social sciences

discipline.

• Knowledge of statistical concepts and approaches in social

science disciplines.

• Experience and proficiency with effective teaching methods and

practices

• 2+ years experience in data science work

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Lora Leligdon

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-3845

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Lora Leligdon, Head of Research Facilitation

Department Contact's Phone Number

603-646-3845

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal
law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status,
or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome
from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and
successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which
may include a criminal background check, reference checks,
verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of
any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications,
with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction
will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.
Background check information will be used in a confidential,
non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal
law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road
vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this
job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

AVAILABLE TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE LIBRARY WORKERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY
DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK IT IS OPEN TO THE
GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY .

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or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details,
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Additional Instructions

AVAILABLE TO DARTMOUTH COLLEGE LIBRARY WORKERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY
DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK IT IS OPEN TO THE
GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY .

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87554

Key Accountabilities

Description

In partnership with the Head of Research Facilitation and related
liaison teams, assists in the development of a comprehensive
platform and suite of research data services to support and advance
interdisciplinary digital scholarship at Dartmouth. Provides
information, research consulting, and data services, especially for
economics and business resources, in a dynamic and collaborative
academic library environment. Coordinates with partners across
campus and library departments to facilitate extended and
contextualized research data services and specialized resources.
Ensures that indigenous, culturally, or personally identifiable
sensitive data adheres to relevant protocols and informed best
practices.

Percentage Of Time

40%

Description

Acts as a functional library liaison to economics, and possibly
other data-intensive subject areas, programs, and centers. In
partnership with colleagues: provides reference, collections, and
teaching support; develops, maintains, and assesses data, print,
and digital resources and collections in selected areas; regularly
reviews departmental academic programs, research priorities, and
information needs to refine library services and resources;
communicates regularly and effectively with core
constituencies.

Percentage Of Time

30%

Description

Develops and implements instruction resources to help faculty,
students, and staff expand research skills, including data
discovery, curation, management, analysis, visualization, and
preservation. Collaborates with colleagues in the Libraries and in
Information, Technology & Consulting ( ITC ) to teach in
curricular and co-curricular settings. Consults with students on
class assignments or projects using relevant data tools and
programs.

Percentage Of Time

20%

Description

Monitors trends and best practices in library and industry-based
research data efforts, with an emphasis on statistical data, open
data/software and ethical data use. Recommends and facilitates
improvements to existing programs and services, and participates in
internal training and professional development for Dartmouth
Libraries and related staff (including committee service,
publication, and professional activities).

Percentage Of Time

10%

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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions,
interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an
environment that is welcoming to all.

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Performs other duties as assigned

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Document #1