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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, and project management. Capable of developing user-centered interfaces and disseminating research findings through publications and presentations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Ph.D. In Library & Information ScienceQuantitative And Qualitative Research MethodsData Analysis Programs (NVivo, SPSS)Project Management SkillsSuperior Written And Oral Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
Data Collection And AnalysisUser-Centered Interface DevelopmentResearch Design And ExecutionSoftware Development (Java, C++)Grant Proposal Preparation
Soft Skills
Self-MotivatedInterpersonal CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring And Supervision
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeDatabasesOnline QuestionnairesFocus Group Interview Protocols
Industry Keywords
Library And Information ScienceHuman-Computer InteractionCognitive PsychologySocial ScienceOpen Source Software
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesJavaOpen SourceC++
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis
- Recruit study participants
- Develop and administer online questionnaires and individual and focus group interview protocols
- Use data analysis programs and disseminate results orally and in writing
- Analyze log files from WorldCat and other institutional databases and catalogs to identify search and retrieval patterns
- Make recommendations for product enhancement and development
- Recommend, develop, and test user-centered OCLC interfaces, products, and services
- Propose, design, execute, and disseminate research
- Maintain familiarity with relevant literature and acquire understanding of new research domains
- Publish research and present results at conferences and workshops
- Produce proof-of-concept software and participate in open source software projects
- Work with existing teams and build new internal and external teams
- Initiate, conduct, and complete self-directed research initiatives supporting corporate, division, and member goals
- Manage projects and meet project, publication, and presentation deadlines
- Prepare, present, and disseminate findings through professional journals, conferences, and meetings
- Mentor research assistants and interns and supervise and review their work
- Prepare and submit grant proposals to fund original research
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ph.D. in Library & Information Science, Computer Science, Informatics, Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, Social Science, or related discipline
- 3 years of research experience, including doctoral research
- Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Ability to analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data and information
- Ability to participate and communicate in virtual and face-to-face team environments
- Superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and prioritize projects
- Project management skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office, databases, and quantitative and qualitative data analysis programs, including NVivo and SPSS
- Knowledge and expertise using social media professionally and to promote research
- Ability to understand and communicate with technical staff
- Publications in professional journals and conference proceedings are desirable but not essential
- Computer analysis and systems design experience is desirable but not essential
- Proficiency in one or more non-English languages is desirable but not essential
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Java or C++, is desirable but not essential
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive Total Rewards package
- Competitive compensation
- Best-in-class health coverage
- Retirement plans with generous company contributions
- Hybrid work environment
- Free use of on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room
- Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC
- Health and wellness events
- Work environments with individual and team spaces and the latest technology tools
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
- Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships