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Job: Data Specialist at Washington University in St. Louis Washington University in St. Louis St. Louis Data Specialist Washington University in St Louis The Data Specialist works closely with faculty and the Data & GIS Services team (a unit within WUSTL University Libraries) to translate research models and processes related to data collection, data management, and data visualization specifically focused on research. Daily activities include writing scripts for applications and web delivery of research data needed to meet funding agency requirements Project work includes both funded and unfunded research; Performs administrative tasks related to applications running in an enterprise network environment. Works as a liason with library systems and university wide IT staff on project scoping and installation best practices. Administration on service level applications deployed on university owned and cloud based systems; evelops content and provides instruction (teaches workshops) on data collection, data analysis and curation to faculty, students and staff. Content development for web presence on same topics; Stays informed on new and emerging technologies, methodologies and implementation strategies relating to research data. Recommends and communicates new solutions in professional manner to faculty and staff. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in information science, library systems, math, engineering, or closely related field, plus two years of demonstrated experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in contributing to fast paced teams and working with minimal direction. Ability to develop big picture ideas to concrete deliverables. Demonstrated success in complex systems and problem solving Energy, creativity, strong organizational skills, tolerance for occasional project ambiguity Ability to work unsupervised or as a member of a team Demonstrated ability to scope and meet project deadlines Experience in working with enterprise level database management systems Working knowledge of Windows, Linux, VMs, XML, Fedora, Python Javascript or similar environments a plus Desire to work in professional service oriented role interacting with faculty and students on research projects. Must be willing and able to work directly with faculty and able to work directly with undergraduate and graduate students. Ability to travel overnight to yearly conferences and training events as needed. Ability to move computer equipment (less than 50lbs.) Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in above field. Demonstrated problem assessment and operational problem solving skills, aptitude for assessing and incorporating new technologies. For more information visit: https://jobs.wustl.edu/ (search for Data Specialist) Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/20192/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/