In coordination with related faculty, the Center for Computing and
Visualization (CCV), the Office of the Vice President for Research and the
Library's Digital Technology team, the Scientific Data Curator will develop
and implement strategies for life-cycle management of science data, including
the development of domain-appropriate data models and systems architectures
that meet faculty needs, adhere to funding agency requirements, and enhance
the overall research environment at Brown as well as that of the larger
scientific research community.

  
In addition to working with faculty to develop data management plans for grant
applications and on-going projects, the Scientific Data Curator will provide
services to faculty and students related to the collection, preservation and
use (or reuse) of data. The incumbent will also participate in pursuing grant
funding possibilities for pilot projects and work with campus partners to
build a broader infrastructure to support scientific data curation both at
Brown and beyond. The position will also facilitate access to collections and
services through direct contact with library patrons and through the
development of collections, as assigned.

  
Qualifications:

  * Advanced Degree in physical or life sciences, data curation, or related disciplines.
  * 3-5 years of experience working in the field.
  * An understanding of the research process as demonstrated by academic or work experience.
  * Demonstrated knowledge of issues and technical challenges related to data management/curation, including format migration, preservation, metadata, data retrieval and use issues.
  * Familiarity with one or more current scientific data and metadata conventions.
  * Experience with one of the commonly used repository platforms (Fedora used locally).
  * The ability to acquire new technological skills and resolve problems in a resourceful and timely manner.
  * Demonstrated capacity to work effectively and professionally with staff at all levels as well as with faculty and students.
  * Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage time and multiple projects in a complex, changing environment with a positive, flexible, creative and innovative attitude.
  * Grant writing experience and familiarity with federal funding requirements.



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