The University of New Brunswick Libraries invites applications for the position of Data Analysis and Visualization Librarian to commence on May 1, 2023, subject to final budgetary approval. Review of applications will begin on February 28, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
UNB Libraries invites applications for a Data Analysis and Visualization Librarian for a tenure track position on the Fredericton campus. The incumbent will be directed by the Head of the Research Commons and will report to the Dean of Libraries. The Librarian will be based in the Harriet Irving Research Commons; a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment in which to engage, build partnerships, and liaise with academic programs involved in data-related research and instruction. The Librarian will develop and deliver instruction and research support to advance knowledge and skills related to quantitative and qualitative data analysis, data visualization, knowledge mobilization, and general digital fluency for UNB student and faculty researchers. By providing project consultation support to researchers and collaborating on research projects when appropriate, this Librarian will enhance the impact of research at UNB.
Librarians participate in the development of UNB Libraries programs, services, policy, and procedures. Responsibility for the coordination and management of staff, students, services or projects may be required. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. The nature and scope of responsibilities for this and other library positions are expected to change as the Library organization evolves.
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is among Canada's top comprehensive universities with a rich history since its origins in 1785. UNB, with campuses in Fredericton and Saint John, is one of three universities in the Atlantic Provinces that are members of the Canadian Association of Research Libraries. We are also members of the Canadian Research Knowledge Network and the Council of Atlantic Academic Libraries with strong record of involvement at a regional and national level. Copyright, University Archives, and research data management all fall within the portfolio of the Libraries. Priorities within the Libraries are aligned with UNB's exciting Strategic Vision: UNB: Toward 2030.
Representative Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develops and delivers instruction (classes, workshops, presentations, and asynchronous learning objects) related to data analysis, data visualization, and general digital literacy to a multi-disciplinary audience, for researchers with varying levels of experience.
- Provides consultation and research support services for faculty and graduate students engaged in data-intensive research methodologies and tools or using tools such as data visualization.
- Works closely with other colleagues providing expertise in data services at UNB Libraries, including research data management and geographic information systems (GIS); providing leadership in areas of data specialization such quantitative data, qualitative data, and data visualization.
- Operates, maintains, and promotes visualization facilities and programming in the Data Visualization Lab.
- Provides instruction and training in data visualization techniques and software for faculty and students, including support for researchers in developing data visualizations for specific research projects.
- Serves as Economics Liaison Librarian, with responsibilities including teaching, collection development, and engaging in consultations with students and faculty regarding research skills, scholarly communication, and reference.
- Engages, builds partnerships, and liaises with academic programs involved in data-related research and instruction. Actively engages in conversations and forums around data analysis and visualization on provincial, national, and international levels.
- Promotes innovation in the application and visualization of data across and among disciplines.
Qualifications:
- MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.
- Directly relevant academic background for the position's focus on Data Analysis, preferably with an academic background including Economics.
- Experience using one or more data visualization and analysis software packages such as Tableau, PowerBI, Gephi, Cytoscape, R/RStudio, Excel, SPSS, Atlas.ti, etc.
- Demonstrated understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience with a variety of analytical and statistical methodologies; demonstrated experience in data-based decision-making.
- Two years of experience relevant to this role, in either an academic library or data-focused environment.
- Demonstrated success in delivering effective presentations / instruction and use of data to support research.
- Excellent demonstrated data analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent demonstrated communication, intercultural, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Applicants should submit a cover letter outlining their experience and professional interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees to:
Lesley Balcom, Dean of Libraries, UNB.
Email to Susan Oliver: suoliver@unb.ca
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.