Outreach Librarian
Outreach Librarian
Library Systems & Services, LLC
Beltsville, MD
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Outreach and Promotion:
- Develop and implement outreach strategies to raise awareness among scientists about the federal open data repository and its benefits
- Collaborate with federal grant agencies, research institutions, and scientific organizations to promote data sharing and repository usage
- Create marketing materials, including newsletters, website content, and social media posts, to engage the scientific community and highlight the value of the repository
- Design and deliver training sessions, workshops, and webinars to educate scientists on how to upload their research data to the repository
- Develop comprehensive training materials, user guides, and manuals to assist scientists in navigating the repository and addressing common technical issues
- Customize training sessions to meet the specific needs and interests of different scientific disciplines and user groups
- Serve as a primary point of contact for scientists seeking assistance with uploading data, accessing datasets, or troubleshooting technical problems related to the repository
- Provide one-on-one consultations and hands-on assistance to scientists to address their specific data management and repository usage needs
- Collaborate with repository developers and IT staff to resolve technical issues, improve user experience, and enhance repository functionality
- Advocate for best practices in data management and sharing within the scientific community, emphasizing the importance of data preservation, documentation, and accessibility
- Provide guidance and support to scientists on data management planning, metadata creation, and compliance with federal data sharing policies and guidelines
- Facilitate discussions and workshops on topics related to data management, open science, and reproducibility to promote a culture of data sharing and transparency
- Collect feedback from scientists and stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of outreach efforts, training programs, and repository services
- Monitor repository usage metrics and analytics to track user engagement, identify areas for improvement, and inform future outreach and training initiatives
- Prepare reports and recommendations for library management and agency stakeholders based on evaluation findings and feedback
- Master's degree in library science, information sciences
- Strong knowledge of data management principles, metadata standards, and open access initiatives
- Experience in outreach, marketing, or public relations, preferably in a scientific or academic library setting
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage and educate diverse audiences
- Proficiency in developing training materials, user guides, and instructional resources
- Technical aptitude and proficiency in using library and data repository systems, as well as common software tools and platforms
- Familiarity with federal grant programs and research funding agencies is desirable
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
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Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education
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