Curation Officer (2 Year Contract) at Digital Research Alliance of Canada

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

85698.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Curation, User Services, Data Management, Metadata, Research Data Management, Community Engagement, Training Delivery, Analytical Work, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Problem-Solving, Bilingualism, User Support, Data Life Cycles, Communication

Industry

Research Services

Description

CURATION OFFICER (2 YEAR CONTRACT) ABOUT THE ALLIANCE The Digital Research Alliance of Canada (the Alliance) serves Canadian researchers, with the objective of advancing Canada’s position as a leader in the knowledge economy on the international stage. By integrating, championing and funding the infrastructure and activities required for advanced research computing (ARC), research data management (RDM) and research software (RS), we provide the platform for the research community to access tools and services faster than ever before. We have an ambitious mandate – to transform how research across all academic disciplines is organized, managed, stored and used. We work with other ecosystem partners and stakeholders across the country to help provide Canadian researchers with the support they need for leading-edge research excellence, research, innovation and advancement across all disciplines. POSITION SUMMARY The position will work as part of the Alliance’s data curation team, which provides ongoing curation support for new dataset submissions to the Federated Research Data Repository (FRDR), a general-purpose repository for Canadian research data in a wide range of disciplines. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to user services and support and demonstrate flexibility and the persistence necessary to work with new file types, including learning/using new technologies and installing/using new software as needed to successfully complete tasks. The individual in this position will serve as an advocate for the benefits of data management and must feel comfortable providing guidance and promoting current recommended practices in data management. This position will also support ongoing activities of the Alliance’s Curation Expert Group (CEG) and work closely with the national RDM Network of Experts community, the Alliance’s RDM team, and other stakeholders to coordinate activities, increase community engagement in curation, and advance efforts to support a national network of data curators. As a member of the Alliance’s data curation team, the Curation Officer, Community Engagement will report to the Curation Coordinator. RESPONSIBILITIES * As a member of the Alliance’s curation team, curate datasets and accompanying documentation, metadata, and code to add value and ensure new deposits in FRDR are as independently understandable as possible. * Provide ongoing support to FRDR depositors and end users, and work with the larger FRDR team to develop effective services and resources to meet researcher needs. * Work with the Alliance’s Research Data Management team, and the Curation Expert Group to design, coordinate and deliver open and engaging activities, such as webinars, training, community calls, or workshops in areas related to data curation, active data management and disciplinary data topics, to help foster a curation community of practice and grow curation capacity in Canada. * Provide logistical and administrative support to the Curation Expert Group (CEG), including scheduling meetings, maintaining member lists and managing access to shared documents. REQUIREMENTS * Experience with and understanding of research and data life cycles and a working knowledge of data management best practices. * Aptitude for complex, analytical work with an attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines. * Highly developed oral and written skills, particularly the ability to explain complex concepts to a wide variety of users, one-on-one, in small groups, and in larger teaching contexts. * Excellent organizational, time management, collaborative and problem-solving skills. * Ability to interact with co-workers, project participants, staff of other organizations and government with courtesy, discretion and tact. * Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in French and English. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Masters-level degree in information management, library and information studies, computer science or related field; or advanced degree in a subject discipline with a research data emphasis; or strong applied research experience (research manager, research associate, data manager); or equivalent. * Demonstrated experience working with researchers to curate research data, preferably in a range of disciplines. * Professional experience in an academic, special, or research library, or equivalent relevant experience. * Competency in a particular field or domain. The Alliance is strongly committed to equity and inclusion within the community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of racialized groups, people of colour, persons with disabilities, and Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ identified people. The expected salary range for this position for candidates residing in Canada is between $63,342 CAD - $85,698 CAD. Placement within this range will be determined based on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, demonstrated performance, and overall alignment with the requirements of the role. The range reflects the Alliance’s commitment to equitable pay practices and to ensuring fair compensation for all employees. Please apply here: Careers at the Alliance! [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=61008c6c-69b0-4ac1-8727-d86f6a6d54f5&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS⟨=en_CA]

Responsibilities

The officer will curate datasets, documentation, metadata, and code for deposits into the Federated Research Data Repository (FRDR) to ensure they are independently understandable. This role also involves providing support to depositors and users, and coordinating engagement activities like webinars and workshops related to data curation.