Data Steward
About Our Team
As part of our team, you will manage the operational process for your own portfolio of academic journals while collaborating with a large team of Journal Managers. You will be a member of a collaborative and inclusive team that encourages autonomy and personal development, while working together to achieve our department's objectives and key results. You will contribute to a supportive team culture by sharing knowledge, ideas, and best practices.
We operate a hybrid working policy, with office attendance requested in our centrally located Exeter office one day per week. The office is open and available most days for staff who prefer to come in.
About the Role
You will be responsible for keeping the datasets (source, publisher, etc.) up to date in end-to-end workflows. You will ensure correct data transformations, analyze the cause, and provide suggestions for improvements. You will work closely with members of various teams, including technical, development, production, and subject matter experts.
Responsibilities
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Keep datasets up-to-date and aligned between the systems
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Ensure correct data transformations and structured analysis of the cause
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Keep the relevant process documents & associated materials up to date with version controls
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Work on improvement/enhancement projects/initiatives to improve utilization of the dataset (look for automation wherever possible)
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Test search capabilities and review customer experience with the database
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Frequently perform data health check-ins to ensure its quality assessment & monitor it
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Work with stakeholders/vendors & publishers across various locations
Requirements
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Any Bachelor's education with relevant experience
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Proficient knowledge of working with large datasets & publication standards/evaluation/production of Books
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to quickly understand complex processes
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Good understanding of data analysis (e.g., SQL), data workflows, and tools like Tableau or Databricks
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Programming skills (e.g., Python, Perl, KNIME) to create advanced insights into data
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Effective communication skills, assertiveness, and ability to build rapport within or across teams
Work in a Way That Works for You
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for You
We understand that your well-being and happiness are essential to a successful career. Here are some benefits we offer:
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Comprehensive Health Insurance covering you and your immediate family
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Enhanced Health Insurance Options with competitive rates
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Group Life Insurance ensuring financial security for your loved ones
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Group Accident Insurance offering extra protection
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Flexible Working Arrangements to achieve a balanced work-life schedule
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Employee Assistance Program providing support for personal and work-related challenges
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Medical Screening prioritizing your well-being
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Modern Family Benefits including maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Long-Service Awards recognizing dedication and commitment
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Celebratory New Baby Gift
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Various Paid Time Off options including Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education, and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
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