Job Description
Research Data Steward, UCC Library Permanent Whole Time Post UCC Library is looking for a Research Data Steward to join our ambitious Research Services team. Reporting to the head of Research Service, the Research Data Steward is responsible for providing expert advice and support for UCC researchers in relation to the development of data management plans. In addition, the post holder will add capacity to the research team by providing targeted supports for curation, management of active data, and the deposit of data in line with the FAIR Principles. The Research Data Steward will play an important role in developing the service offering, working closely with the Research Data Coordinator and library colleagues on the implementation of best practices in data curation, metadata description, data storage, archiving and preservation. The post holder will further UCC Library’s commitment to Open Research, and to the preservation and dissemination of unique UCC research outputs working collaboratively with researchers and research units, and other internal units, in particular IT Services and the Office of the Vice-President of Research & Innovation (OVPRI). How will you contribute to our Team? You will: Have excellent service delivery skills, providing advice and support to researchers and the wider researcher community on all aspects of research data management from active data management to FAIR sharing of research data post project. Develop and deliver training resources on research data management university wide. Enjoy working in a dynamic team, keen on exploring opportunities to further develop the offerings of the Library Research Service. Be a strong communicator and foster strong relationships with key library stakeholders to enable the strategic priorities of the library to be effectively and efficiently delivered via operational excellence. Show a passion for advocating FAIR Data and Open Research at all levels within the University. Contribute to our workplace culture that embraces change, equity, collaboration, client focus, communication, continuous improvement, and accountability. About UCC Library The University’s Library is at the heart of the University and plays a pivotal role in supporting the learning and research activities of University College Cork community. UCC Library comprises a distinct unit that resides under the Vice-President for Teaching & Learning. Library staff work in partnership with the University community to provide access to high quality information resources, tailored programs of student and researcher support, and a first-class learning environment. Cork University Press provide high quality publishing services. The Library has entered an exciting period of transformation with the development of a new library vision and plan that will support the UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028 ‘Securing our Future’ and the broader University aspirations. Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Hardy Schwamm, Head of Research Services, email: hschwamm@ucc.ie. University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our Strategic Plan. UCC holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the Admin V (Grade 5) Salary Scale: €49,299- € 60,476 (Scale B) / € 47,084- €57,562 (Scale A) Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note that interviews will take place online via MS teams. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal (https://ore.ucc.ie/). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Tuesday 15th October 2024. No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector. Contact Person : Hardy Schwamm Contact Email : hschwamm@ucc.ie Job ID : 080032 Close Date : 15-Oct-2024 12:00 #J-18808-Ljbffr