Research Data Manager

Research Data Manager

Student and Learning Services

Learning and Information Services - Information Resources

Fixed term for 2 years

Part time 0.5 FTE / 18.5 Hours

Salary £31,644 to £35,597 (pro rata) per annum, dependent on experience

Vacancy reference SLS 177/13

Closing date 17 January 2014 at 12 noon

The University

Sheffield Hallam University is one of the UK's most progressive and innovative universities.

We pride ourselves on making a difference - to our students, our staff and to the businesses we work with. Our research and business ideas, alongside our sought after graduates, contribute to the economic and social development of both our region and to the UK as a whole.

Our teaching is first-rate and is supported by our world-class applied research. Our students are a diverse group and benefit from a tailored approach that helps them to get the most from their studies. We offer top quality teaching and learning facilities and the ability to learn flexibly in a way that best suits their needs. For example, we are one of the UK's leading universities in e-learning and offer a range of distance learning and part time courses as well as the more traditional full time courses. Our industry partners choose Sheffield Hallam because of our flexible, business led approach and our high quality research, facilities and students. Our partners include Sony, BP, NHS, Network Rail, Cisco, SAP and Microsoft.

Our facilities are state-of-the-art and we have invested heavily in new technology to ensure that our technological capability matches the cutting-edge approach of our teaching. We are recognised as a Centre of Excellence for Teaching and Learning, e-learning and employability.

Although currently in the process of review, the University's Corporate Plan for 2008-2013 outlines our priorities and is available to download at www.shu.ac.uk/university/overview/corporate/vision.html

Student and Learning Services (SLS)

The Directorate of Student and Learning Services provides learning, IT and advisory services and support to our students, from pre-entry advice through to career guidance. The Learning Centres at both City and Collegiate Campuses are also operated by SLS. The Directorate's work is split into four portfolios:

 Learning and Information Services (LIS)  Information Systems and Technology (IS&T)

 Quality Enhancement and Student Success (QESS)  Business Services

We aim to enable all learners to realise their potential so we work with our colleagues across the University and with external organisations to help give our students a positive experience.

Our staff

The SLS "People Principles" (see below) demonstrate our commitment to creating an environment in which staff feel motivated and enjoy a stimulating and rewarding experience at work. These principles are underpinned by the SLS Attributes Framework which is used in our recruitment process - see the person specification for further details of the attributes required for the post you are interested in.

While the majority of SLS staff are based at City Campus, some are at Collegiate Crescent and some IS&T staff are also based at Hallamshire Business Park.

Our People Principles

SLS staff will:

1. Understand and engage with our students and stakeholders to continuously improve our services

2. Work collaboratively within our teams, across the Directorate and with our partners to achieve shared goals

3. Share information and develop best practice to carry out our work effectively and efficiently 4. Take up opportunities to develop our skills and knowledge to meet changing business needs

and to achieve individual potential

5. Create a working atmosphere based on mutual trust, where all contributions are valued, successes are celebrated and feedback is given and received constructively

6. Embrace diversity and promote fairness and equality for staff and students

7. Understand our roles and responsibilities and have clear expectations for achievement, retaining the flexibility to respond to new circumstances

8. Engage in meaningful consultation about future plans and goals and support each other through change

9. Seek to meet our challenges creatively, innovatively and positively

10. Recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and make use of the University's progressive employment framework when appropriate

Find out more about SLS and the services we offer http://www.shu.ac.uk/services/sls/ Or take a look at the latest news on our blog https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/slsnews/

Learning and Information Services (LIS)

LIS runs the two learning centres at both campuses. These buildings have been part of a £multi-million refurbishment project over the last few years and the teams there provide extensive services and resources to support the learning needs, scholarly activity and research of students and staff. Our work is split into:

 Academic Services: we work with Faculties to develop information services and skills for students and staff

 Advisory Services: we offer face to face and virtual support to students and staff undertaking learning and research

 Information Resources: we provide access to the latest print and electronic resources  Learning Centre operations, management and development: we provide a well-designed,

effective learning environment where our students feel safe and supported.

Find out more about LIS at: http://www.shu.ac.uk/services/sls/learning/ via Twitter https://twitter.com/shu_library

or our blogs:

http://shulibhacks.wordpress.com/ https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/clcrefurb/

https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/artinlearningcentres/ https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/haveyoursay/

Further Information about the Post

This is a new post which will play a lead role in a project to formulate and implement policies and processes for research data management in the University. The role holder will contribute to the delivery of the University's roadmap for the management, preservation and curation of research data developed in response to the policy issued by the EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council) in April 2012. The policy is built on the principle of open access which advocates that the results of research which is publicly funded should be in the public domain. The EPSRC stipulates that institutions will be fully compliant with their expectations concerning the management and sharing of data produced within projects funded by them by May 2015. Other research councils and funding bodies have already followed or are likely to follow this approach.

The Research Data Manager will be based in Learning and Information Services reporting to the Head of Information Resources and will work with a University Steering Group which draws

membership from the Research and Innovation Office, Information Systems and Technology and from the research community as well as from LIS. Effective delivery of the project needs support and contribution from staff across the University. The post holder will work with key stakeholders to identify requirements for data storage, develop services for preserving and accessing data and provide support and advocacy to researchers to enable them to comply with funder requirements.

Location

City Campus

This post is based at our City Campus which is situated next to Sheffield’s train and coach stations and has easy access to the M1. It is in the heart of the city centre, next to shopping areas, art galleries, theatres, cinemas bars and cafés and the recently developed Winter Gardens. There is plenty to do and see in your lunch break or after work.

Discussion and selection event

For informal enquiries regarding this post please contact Ann Betterton (Head of Information Resources) on:

Telephone 0114 2252117

Email [email protected]

Proposed selection event

The selection event for this post will comprise of an interview and short presentation.

Job share

Whereas the University is committed to flexible working and the majority of vacancies are available for job share applicants this role is unlikely to be suitable for work on a job share basis.

Job description

Job Title: Research Data Manager

Reporting to: Head of Information Resources, Learning and Information Services

Grade: 7

Role Purpose To provide high quality support for the development and implementation of the University research data management project working directly with Faculty research teams and liaising with staff in Learning and Information Services, the Research and Innovation Office and Information Services and Technology

Responsibilities

To research and develop policies which underpin the implementation of University-wide research data management at SHU.

To use project management skills and techniques to enable the effective delivery of the research data management strategy

To work collaboratively to deliver a programme of advocacy and training for researchers which embeds excellent research data planning and management culture and practice.

To lead on the assessment of the research data management requirements of the University by carrying out surveys, interviews and other investigative work as appropriate.

To manage, collate and interpret the results of data and information gathered to support the project and to disseminate findings to key stakeholders

To develop and introduce procedures relevant to research data management and to provide documentation and training materials

To advise on data management and curation practices and to understand technical and system requirements

To provide continuing practical support for researchers through the development of self-help materials and an enquiry service via telephone and e-mail.

To co-ordinate the work of the Research Data Management Steering Group: organising and documenting meetings and ensuring that actions are completed. To keep up-to-date with issues and emerging technologies and trends in research data management within the HE sector and undergo relevant development and training

Attributes ( from SLS Attributes Framework)

 Influencing and engagement Managerial

 Creativity and innovative thinking Managerial

 Relating to others Managerial

 Building capability Managerial

 Planning and organising Managerial

Person Specification

Job Title Research Data Manager

Faculty / Directorate Student and Learning Services

(* Essential or Desirable) Details E* D* Evidence**

Attainment

Evidenced achievements e.g. relevant qualifications (or equivalents), training, membership of

professional bodies

Honours degree or equivalent professional qualification Further degree, or professional qualification in

Librarianship, Information Science, or working towards Evidence of Continuing Professional Development since qualification E E E AF+Q/C AF+Q/C AF Experience

Type of experience and specific knowledge required for this job

Experience of undertaking relevant professional project work or research

Knowledge and experience of research methodologies Significant experience of working with research data or data assets or information resources

Experience of managing data and/or creating metadata in information storage and retrieval systems in a professional or research-related environment Experience of designing and delivering training to support service and customer needs

Experience of introducing service improvements for the benefits of the organisation and the customer

E E E E D D AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I Competencies

Skills and abilities required for effective performance e.g. numeracy, attention to detail, oral and written communication, planning and organising, leadership skills, ability to cope with conflicting

demands/deadlines

Able to grasp new knowledge and approaches and to quickly become an expert in new skills

Able to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, on projects and as part of a team Able to undertake and document all key stages in research to ensure high quality analysis

Able to effectively manage relations with a variety of stakeholders and to gain acceptance of new ideas Able to assess and understand risks in research flows and data management practices

Excellent planning and organisational skills and able to manage large and/or complex projects

Excellent oral and written communication skills and able to present research findings effectively

E E E E E E E AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I

**Evidence/Method of Assessment:

AF = Application form G = Group Exercise I = Interview

In-tray = In-tray Exercise IT = IT Test OT = Occupational Test

P = Presentation PT = Psychometric Testing Q/C = Qualifications/Certificates

Attributes

Please refer to the SLS Attributes Framework

Influencing and Engagement - Managerial Creativity and innovative thinking - Managerial Relating to others - Managerial

Building Capability - Managerial Planning and Organising - Managerial Personal responsibility - Managerial

E E E E E E AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I AF+I Other relevant information

e.g. shift work or weekend working, travel in UK or abroad

(state approximate

frequency i.e. travel abroad twice a year)

Willingness to work flexibly including some weekends, evenings and overnight stays (occasional)

Willing to travel in UK and overseas (occasional) Engages in appropriate CPD and takes responsibility for own continuous personal development

E E E I I I

How to apply

Complete the Sheffield Hallam University application form and email it to [email protected]. Call us on 0114 225 3950 if you have any questions about completing the form or the recruitment process. You will be informed as soon as possible after the closing date if you have been short listed.

If you have not received notification from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Non-EU nationals

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are entitled to live and work in the UK. If a job requires highly specialist skills and qualifications we may be able to provide a Certificate of

Sponsorship to help you gain entry clearance or leave to remain in the UK from the UK Border Agency.

Further guidance on the UK Border Agency Points Based System can be found at www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk. You can also email the Human Resources Directorate at [email protected].

Equality and diversity drive our success

Equality and diversity are essential to our academic and business strengths. We believe that excellence comes through recognising the value of each individual.

We aim to create an environment that respects the value of each individual and the diversity of staff and students in the University's community. This will enable them to contribute fully, and to derive the maximum benefit and enjoyment from their involvement in University life.

Positive about disability

We use the symbol on the right, along with other like-minded employers, to show our commitment to good practice in employing people with a disability. It also enables people with a disability to know which employers will be positive about their abilities.

All applicants who meet the minimum criteria (based on the person specification) for a job vacancy and have declared their disability are guaranteed an interview and considered on their abilities.

Stonewall Diversity Champions programme

We are members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions programme, reinforcing both our commitment to improving the workplace culture for lesbian, gay and bisexual employees and our recognition that people perform better when they can be themselves. Stonewall recognises Sheffield Hallam as a forward thinking 21st century employer which aims to recruit, recognise, and support the very best people regardless of background.

Trade unions

We are committed to working in partnership with staff representatives. You are welcome to join a trade union, professional association or staff organisation and participate in its activities. We recognise the following unions for the purposes of collective bargaining UNISON, GMB, T&GWU, UNITE, UCU.

Benefits of working for us

We offer generous holiday entitlements - annual leave entitlement is a minimum of 25 days (pro rata if you work part-time) and rises depending on staff group and grade. In addition to the eight standard UK bank holidays, up to six extra statutory days (a minimum of four) are provided each year for extended University closure around some UK public/holidays.

We understand the need for a good work-life balance. That's why we support and operate a number of flexible working schemes including job-share and flexible working hours where applicable. We operate an incremental grade structure. This means that you will be eligible to receive an annual pay increase (subject to satisfactory performance) until your salary reaches the maximum salary for your grade.

Our defined benefit pension schemes are a real asset to your peace of mind. Depending on the job you're appointed to, you will be entered into either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), or remain in the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) if you are a current member.

We also offer many other benefits including Travel discounts, Family Friendly Schemes, Health and Wellbeing and Training and Development opportunities for staff. For more information about the benefits available to you, visit www.shu.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/documents/benefits.html

Living and working in Sheffield

Sheffield is the greenest city in England. We have over 200 parks and woodlands and a third of the city is in the Peak District National Park. We have excellent rail links to all major cities and the city centre is in walking distance of both our campuses.

For more information, visit www.shu.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/documents/lawisheff.html

Other important information

All appointments are made subject to confirmation of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory declaration of health from the occupational health consultant to make sure you are medically able to carry out the type of work involved in the post. Appointments are also subject to receipt of satisfactory references and any other checks that may be required for the role.

We comply fully with requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998. This requires us to tell you we will:  hold details of your name, address and the post applied for on computer to assist the

 recruitment process

 hold the information on your equal opportunities monitoring form, to monitor effectiveness of our policies

 retain records for unsuccessful applicants for one year, after which time the records are destroyed

For overseas applicants we normally reimburse travel expenses from the port of entry into the UK only.