Research Data Management Specialist, Anthropology

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Anthropology in the College of the Liberal Arts is seeking a Research Data Management Specialist. This position will be responsible for the transfer of large amounts of data between secure university servers, post-processing image data, maintaining python scripts, and providing data to collaborators as directed by their supervisor.  

 

The key focus of the Research Data Management Specialist will be on image data processing. Other duties include but are not limited to: 

  • Perform data transfers and sharing, ensuring completion/data quality checks 

  • Database management and updating 

  • Maintenance of current and development of new python scripts to improve productivity and efficiency of current work pathways 

  • Provide assistance in creating SOPs 

  • Assist/train lab members in relation to basic image processing or scripting issues 

 

Additional Information: This is a limited-term appointment, funded for one year from date of hire. 

 

The College of the Liberal Arts is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. 

 

Benefits include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information): 

  • Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans 

  • 75% tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26) 

  • Generous vacation and sick time  

  • 15 paid holidays/campus closure days 

 

Education and Experience: This position will be filled as a Research Data Management Specialist – Professional, which requires a Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 

Applicants must also have the following competencies: 

  • Proficient in Python 

  • Familiarity with many types and styles of databases 

  • Proficient using Microsoft Office/365, Outlook, Zoom, and Teams  

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of responsiveness 

  • Attention to detail, willingness to learn, and creative problem-solving skills 

In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity. 

 

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.  

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$46,400.00 - $67,300.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. 

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

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