[Eril-l] Job Posting: Head of Research Services (Ohio University Libraries)

Mon Apr 28 07:08:25 PDT 2025

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Job Title
Head of Research Services - posting and to apply: https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/53067<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/53067__;!!KGKeukY!05M2v1iT4k7IKdAPVe0vQEONnLfnzbfDCpzWYzJ106263SqhVJcjik6VvwLyZ6pGtQLSZjdQKAzvQmkX8GVAeJ-Vgg$>
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application (https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/53067<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/53067__;!!KGKeukY!05M2v1iT4k7IKdAPVe0vQEONnLfnzbfDCpzWYzJ106263SqhVJcjik6VvwLyZ6pGtQLSZjdQKAzvQmkX8GVAeJ-Vgg$>) and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents. A complete application contains a CV or resume, cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for all the position requirements and any of the position preferences, and a list of three professional references including email, phone contact information, and the nature of the relationship.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on May 8th.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Job Description
Ohio University Libraries seek a forward-thinking, collaborative, and engaged leader to head the Research Services department in alignment with the needs of an R1 university. This role is responsible for advancing innovative programming and outreach that supports research and creative activity across all levels of the university, while fostering a healthy, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Research & Education Services, the Head of Research Services plays a key role in delivering high-impact library services that support the university's mission and Dynamic Strategy. This position leads the development, outreach strategy, management, and assessment of services related to the research data lifecycle, open scholarship, impact analysis, digital scholarship, data literacy, and student research initiatives.
The Head of Research Services also supervises a team of professional librarians and works collaboratively across the Libraries and University to support research excellence. Additionally, the position serves as a subject liaison-likely in Health or STEM-providing instruction, consultation, and collection development in assigned academic areas as part of the Health & STEM disciplinary team.
Position Responsibilities:

  *   Leads the Libraries' support for research and creative activity, collaborating across campus, including but not limited to the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, the Graduate College, the Office of Information Technology, faculty, and library staff to deliver services related to data use, research data management, digital scholarship, and evidence synthesis.
  *   Advances knowledge sharing and research impact through open access initiatives, researcher identity tools, and guidance on publishing and citation analysis.
  *   Supervises and supports departmental staff, setting goals and providing leadership while also contributing as a subject liaison and active team member.
  *   Coordinates student research support efforts, partnering with programs like Honors Tutorial College, OHIO Honors, and Cutler Scholars.
  *   Actively engages in professional development to stay at the forefront of research support and contribute to the field. And participates in Libraries' committees and projects that align with strategic priorities.

The Environment:
Ohio University Libraries offers a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive work environment where student- and faculty-centered service is at the heart of our mission. The Head of Research Services is a critical leader within the Libraries' Division of Research and Education, which includes Research Services, User Services, Learning Services, and Library IT. This integrated structure fosters strong cross-department collaboration and enables a flexible, efficient approach to delivering high-impact services. By evolving the work of librarians into a mix of functional and liaison roles, the Division ensures that student success and faculty teaching and research excellence remain in our focus.
We are currently developing a new strategic plan under fresh, forward-thinking library leadership-creating an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of library services at Ohio University. This moment of renewal and momentum provides an ideal environment for innovative leaders who are ready to make a lasting impact.
Ohio University recently joined the most elite group of research institutions in the country by earning the R1 classification in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. In this context, the Head of Research Services will play a vital role in fostering collaborations across library departments and campus units, supporting research, creative activity, and learning for both faculty and students at every level.
Minimum Qualifications

  *   Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school or from a master's level program in library and information studies accredited or recognized by the appropriate national body of another country.*
  *   3 years of library work experience.
  *   1 year of direct supervisory experience of full-time employees.
  *   Comprehensive knowledge and/or experience with several of the following: research data, digital scholarship, research impact, creative activity support, and open access initiatives.
  *   Strong internal and external communication skills, including experience/knowledge in outreach initiatives and fostering a team-based work environment or project.

*An ALA master's degree may be in progress during the time of application submission.
Preferred Qualifications

  *   Teaching and presentation experience.
  *   Experience working in an academic or research/creative activity-focused library.
  *   Collection management experience or coursework relevant to building and maintaining library collections.
  *   A degree or interest in health, medicine, or STEM fields.
Pay Rate
The target salary for this position is $68,000 to $78,000 and is commensurate with the selected candidate's education and experience while considering internal equity.
Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits__;!!KGKeukY!05M2v1iT4k7IKdAPVe0vQEONnLfnzbfDCpzWYzJ106263SqhVJcjik6VvwLyZ6pGtQLSZjdQKAzvQmkX8GWU3q48Pw$>.
Job Open Date
04/23/2025
Posting Close Date
May 8, 2025

Seth W. Sisler (he/him)
Head of Acquisitions & Collections Services
Ohio University Libraries
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-2694
sislers at ohio.edu<mailto:sislers at ohio.edu>
https://www.ohio.edu/library

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