Data & Visualization Librarian
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH

The [Dartmouth College Library](http://library.dartmouth.edu) seeks a
creative, collaborative, service oriented individual to join its dynamic
Research & Instruction Services department in a newly created position focused
on data and visualization services and support within the
curriculum. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable
in emerging trends, tools, technologies, and practices supporting data and
visualization in the social sciences. This expertise should combine with a
solid appreciation for how data and visualization services fit into the
library's and the institution's developing initiatives.

  
**RESPONSIBILITIES**: Reporting to the Head of Research & Instruction Services, 
the Data & Visualization Librarian provides leadership and expertise in the 
development and management of data and visualization information resources and 
services, as pertains to the curricular needs of the institution. In 
collaboration with colleagues within the Library, Research Computing, and other 
College centers, the Data and Visualization Librarian supports the development 
and manifestation of digital scholarship within the institution. As a member of 
Research & Instruction Services in Baker-Berry Library, the Data and 
Visualization Librarian provides liaison and collections support to one or more 
social science departments in the College. The successful candidate will work 
collaboratively in the development and management of a Digital Scholarship 
Center at Dartmouth.  
  
**QUALIFICATIONS**: Knowledge of primary quantitative and qualitative software 
tools utilized in the social sciences. Knowledge of visualization tools and 
software as well as major qualitative software packages used in the social 
sciences. Experience with at least one object oriented language (such as C++, 
Java, Python, R) and experience using, teaching, and evaluating data 
visualization software. Strong research skills in the humanities and social 
sciences including demonstrated experience and enthusiasm in providing 
instructional services.  
  
**RANK AND SALARY**: The position is part of the Dartmouth College Library 
Classification System of Professional Ranks. Salary is commensurate with 
experience and qualifications. Full benefits package including 22 vacation 
days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; and 
relocation assistance.  
  
**GENERAL INFORMATION**: Founded in 1769 and located in scenic Hanover, New 
Hampshire, Dartmouth is a private, four-year, coeducational undergraduate 
college with graduate schools of business, engineering and medicine and 16 
graduate programs in the arts and sciences. Dartmouth's mission is to educate 
the most promising students and to prepare them for a lifetime of learning and 
of responsible leadership, through a faculty dedicated to teaching and the 
creation of knowledge. At the heart of Dartmouth College is one of the oldest 
research libraries in the United States. Nine libraries distributed across 
various academic centers, house the 3 million volume collection and provide 
access to a rich array of digital resources supported by a technically robust 
network environment. The Library's mission is to foster intellectual growth and 
advance the teaching and research missions of the College by supporting 
excellence and innovation in education and research, managing and deliver!
 ing scholarly content, and partnering in the development and dissemination of 
new scholarship.  
  
**APPLICATION**: Review of applications will begin as of May 4th, 2015, and 
will continue until the position is filled. For the complete job description 
and to apply online go to: 
[http://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/29789](http://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/29789)



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