Data Services Librarian

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McDonald Library at Xavier University seeks applicants to fill the position of Data Services Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Special Services, the enthusiastic and collaborative candidate for this full-time, exempt position is responsible for providing data research services, education, and instruction programs to support learning, teaching, and scholarship. The successful candidate administers data awareness; provides data resources to campus, and performs data analytics and evaluation. As a member of the professional librarian team, participates in Library and institutional committees, contributes to collection development, and serves as liaison to academic and University departments.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists students with data discovery, management, and visualization in their assignments, research, and scholarship through in-person and online consultations.
• Facilitates and leads instructional programming related to research data management and data literacy, including the design, development, and delivery of instruction through multiple formats to meet stakeholder needs (e.g., in-person, hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous online).
• Creates asynchronous library research learning objects such as videos, tutorials, quizzes, handouts, worksheets, LibGuides as they relate to data discovery and use.
• Coordinates with Digital Initiatives Librarian, Head of Educational Services, and Instruction Librarian to design and deliver integrated library and data instruction as needed.
• Advises faculty across five colleges on recommended data management practices throughout the research lifecycle with an emphasis on making data open when possible.
• Performs analytics, evaluation and other data-related services for University Library.
• Serve as primary librarian liaison to the Center for Research Excellence.
• Stays abreast of best practices in data services to integrate into instruction and research.
• Provides informed recommendations for data-related tools and products for potential use and purchase.

• As a member of the professional librarian team, serves as a liaison to faculty in one or more academic departments, participates in collection development and programming for library initiatives and/or liaison departments and serves on internal and external committees.

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program
• Understands the research data lifecycle and research processes in a variety of disciplines
• Demonstrated interest, education or experience in teaching and instruction of data literacy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Strong attention to detail

• Experience with instructional technologies and content creation tools (e.g., Panopto, Canva, LibGuides)
• Knowledge of statistical methods
• Experience with data preparation, organization, and visualization methodologies and tools
• Awareness of data preservation best practices
• Familiarity with Canvas or a similar learning management system
• Knowledge of Open Access and Open Educational Resources

Salary: $57,000-60,000 commensurate with professional experience

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume on Xavier University's website. Review of applications will start on June 15, 2026 and applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion. Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.

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Benefits - applies only to full-time positions: 

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class: 

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.

• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.

• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.