Science & Engineering Data & Information Specialist

Master's degree in library or information science from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited program or equivalent (for Academic Librarian title series); OR an advanced degree in a relevant discipline in the life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, or medicine required (for Administrative Program Specialist series). (Note: Both title series follow the same pay schedules/ranges.)

Required
- Articulates a commitment to librarianship and supporting the information management needs of the science and/or engineering research community.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and engage with faculty, staff, and students.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively on teams.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. 

Preferred
- Articulates a strong user-centered services philosophy. 
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and an ability to work effectively with a diverse community of faculty, staff, students, and colleagues. 
- Demonstrated understanding of trends in scholarly communication, data management, and research workflows.
- Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of emerging trends and best practices in science and/or engineering librarianship.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or interest in using emerging technologies to enhance delivery of information services.
- Demonstrated instructional experience, with some classroom teaching preferred.
- Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in a science-related area is desirable. 
- STEM-related background and/or experience working with the scientific research community.
- Experience working in an academic/special library or a higher education setting.
- Demonstrated outreach experience developing working partnerships with clientele and communities.
- Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to creatively adapt to a changing environment and manage multiple priorities.

The UW-Madison Libraries seek two creative, collaborative, and user-oriented Science & Engineering Data & Information Specialists to contribute to developing a forward-looking suite of research services for the UW-Madison science and engineering community. The successful candidates will play a key role in expanding support for research workflows and data management in collaboration with the Digital Curation Coordinator and other campus partners, such as Research Data Services. As members of one of our research engagement teams, the Science & Engineering Data & Information Specialists will also contribute to developing a programmatic approach to expand our engagement and deepen connections with faculty, staff, and students. Positions are available in both the life sciences and physical sciences/engineering, and the successful candidates will be matched to the position that best aligns with their experience, skills, and interests. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Science and Engineering Data & Information Specialists will be part of the Science & Engineering Libraries - a dynamic, innovative, and collegial team of library staff that is building a wide range of services and partnerships supporting personal information organization and research workflows, research data management, open research, scholarly publishing, research identity management, research impact, innovation and entrepreneurship, and the STEM learning experience. A core guiding principle is to foster diversity and inclusiveness within STEM, our services, and our work environment. Our team is looking for colleagues who are interested in collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to advance knowledge creation and sharing in science and technology that will help to address society's grand challenges.

The Science and Engineering Libraries (SEL) are comprised of a network of seven libraries - Astronomy Library, Chemistry Library, Geology and Geophysics Library, Math Library, Physics Library, Steenbock Memorial Library, and Wendt Commons Library. Together, they have primary responsibility for serving the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the College of Engineering, the science departments, centers and programs of the College of Letters & Science, the School of Veterinary Medicine, and the UW Extension/Cooperative Extension.

The Libraries at the University of Wisconsin-Madison are dedicated to the practices of social justice, diversity, equality, and respect among our staff, students, collections, and services. We strive to overcome historical and divisive biases in our society and embrace diverse points of view as assets to the fabric of our community. All positions will be called on to contribute to building this environment.

UW-Madison is a world-class land-grant public university and has a beautiful 936-acre campus situated along the scenic shores of Lake Mendota. Founded in 1848, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is the flagship university of the University of Wisconsin System. It has a national and international reputation for educational excellence and cutting-edge research and is consistently among the most prolific research universities in the world. UW-Madison enrolls 43,000 students and has more than 20,000 employees, including about 2,200 faculty and 12,500 staff plus 12,000 student assistants/employees. We value our reputation for academic excellence and educational innovation and have made a strong commitment to progress in areas of diversity and inclusion.

The UW-Madison Libraries are a wealth of resources, staff expertise, services, and learning spaces. The Libraries manage the 11th largest research collection in North America and provide convenient access to print materials; 24/7, multi-platform access to thousands of electronic journals, e-books, and databases; article and book delivery from libraries around the world; special collections of rare books and manuscripts; and locally created digital resources to support teaching, research, and learning.

Madison, the state's capital city, has a population of over 252,000. Built on an isthmus and surrounded by lakes, Madison blends the city and campus, green spaces and urban areas, to create a place unlike anywhere else. Madison provides ample opportunities to browse art galleries, catch a performance, or take in sporting events. The extensive network of hiking trails and bike paths fan out across the city, providing a quick escape to Wisconsin's scenic landscapes. With a lively mix of cultural and outdoor activities and a bevy of culinary delights, it is no surprise that Forbes recently promoted Madison as the top-ranked most livable mid-sized city in America.

For more information about the UW-Madison Libraries:  https://library.wisc.edu

For more information about UW-Madison and living in Madison:  https://www.wisc.edu/visit/

Anne Murphy-Lom
anne.murphylom@wisc.edu
608-262-2768
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Applications must be submitted through the Jobs@UW applicant system.Click on the 'Apply Now' button to submit your materials. A cover letter and resume are required. 

Please contact Anne at anne.murphylom@wisc.edu with any questions.