**Data Visualization Coordinator**  
  
In the fall 2012, the Brown University Library will open a state-of-the-art
Digital Scholarship Lab, which will feature a high-resolution tiled video
display wall, surround sound, and the ability to interact with the wall using
peripheral devices. The Digital Scholarship Lab will provide the facilities
for scholars across the disciplines to engage with research data using
advanced visualization software, to examine and compare high-resolution
digital content, and to experience audiovisual media in a setting unique on
Brown's campus. The Lab will complement other visualization
resources on campus, including the Center for Computing and Visualization's
CAVE and the Granoff Center for the Creative Arts.

  
The Data Visualization Coordinator oversees the operation of the Digital
Scholarship Lab (DSL) and identifies, installs, and supports software to
facilitate information visualization across multiple disciplines within the
context of the DSL. The position is responsible for
providing instruction and outreach to faculty, students, and interdisciplinary
campus groups in their use of the DSL, and will support individual and course-
based visualization projects. S/He provides leadership in developing
visualization services in concert with complementary services on campus and
responds to student and faculty teaching and learning needs as well as
research computing strategies as they make use of the DSL. The position
reports to the Director of Library Digital Technologies and is a member of the
Center for Digital Scholarship within the Brown University
Library.

  
**Responsibilities:**  
  
• Ensures that the DSL space and equipment are fully functional and accessible
to campus users

• Advises, supports, and trains students and faculty from all academic
disciplines in the visualization of data

• Leads workshops and training sessions on information visualization tools and
techniques, in the context of the DSL

• Identifies, installs, and supports relevant software packages

• Advises on specifications for DSL equipment and rendering hardware

• Maintains a current awareness of emerging trends in data visualization

• Creates guides and interfaces to enhance the usability of data within the
DSL

• Supports the development of research proposals for external funding for
visualization activities

• Collaborates on projects in the Center for Digital Scholarship and other
library units as needed

  
**Qualifications:**  
• Master's degree in a field related to information visualization or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preference for a second advanced degree in a related field

• At least three years of experience working in the area of information
visualization or demonstrated technical experience in a related area

• Ability to work with data from a variety of sources (e.g., XML, relational
databases, web services)

• Experience with at least one or more programming languages (e.g., C, C++,
Java, Perl, Python, R, Processing)

• Experience with data visualization tools and programming libraries

• Previous experience supporting information visualization in a research
setting

• Experience working with scientific data; geospatial/geo-referenced data
collections

• Knowledge of data presentation technologies and interactive touch
technologies

• Ability to work effectively with large data sets

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

  
To apply for this position (JOB#B01394), please visit Brown's Online
Employment website (https://careers.brown.edu), complete an application
online, attach documents, and submit for immediate
consideration. Documents should include cover letter,
resume, and the names and e-mail addresses of three
references. Review of applications will continue until the
position is filled.

**Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer**



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