Specialist and Data Scientist (m/f/d, No. 394-26)

Location

Duisburg & Essen

Area of ​​application

University Library

Specialist and Data Scientist (m/f/d, Ref. No. 394-26)
TV-L 13 (gross €59,324 - €84,319)

We, the approximately 160 employees of the University Library of the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE), use our experience and innovative spirit to create a needs-based and future-oriented range of media and services. Our "Digital Library Infrastructure" department coordinates all of the library's digital processes and systems, as well as digital services from cooperation partners.

Use your knowledge of scientific work gained during your studies for your specialist presentation work, as well as your IT practical experience, for example in the context of the use of LLMs, and expand these further with our help.

Occupation date

as soon as possible

Contract duration

24 months

working hours

39 hours 50 minutes (100%), part-time employment is possible

Your tasks

• They help shape innovation management for digital library services and gather requirements through market and user research.
• They design, develop, test, implement and evaluate digital tools, workflows and IT processes for the university library, with a particular focus on the use of AI, and ensure knowledge transfer through documentation, version management and training formats.
• They collect, structure, analyze, and visualize media acquisition, media usage, and publication data, and derive recommendations for action for the directorate and departments.
• They further develop automated evaluation and processing processes, including scripts, interfaces, import and export filters, and data modeling.
• They design and implement teaching and consulting services for academic work for (doctoral) students, also as online courses, and support their integration into curricula.
• They network with specialist communities and contribute to the needs-based development of collections and services, including acquisition, licensing, cataloging and collection maintenance.
• They advise researchers on research, documentation and publication tools, contribute to open science and research support services, and support projects and specialized services such as bibliometrics, research data management or open access.

Your profile

• Completed university degree (Master's or equivalent), preferably in STEM fields
• Excellent knowledge of scientific work as well as experience in the planning, management and documentation of projects, ideally in an innovation context.
• Proven methodological and data competence through the application of statistical procedures as well as advanced programming skills in data analysis and the use of AI
• Knowledge of university and educational policy structures as well as current developments and services of university libraries; knowledge of collection development and research and publication support (e.g. Open Science) is advantageous.
• Didactic competence and high media competence, ideally complemented by experience in teaching or adult education and knowledge of relevant tools for creating online courses.
• Ability to convey complex content in a target-group-oriented manner and to communicate confidently in writing and orally.
• Service-oriented, reliable and independent work style with strong organizational skills, even under time pressure, as well as enjoyment in learning new topics.

our range

• a secure job in the public sector with reliable working conditions in a research-intensive environment
• an interesting, meaningful job with great potential for shaping the future, where you will have contacts with almost all areas of the university.
• an attractive working environment with a respectful and appreciative atmosphere
• a prime geographical location and infrastructure with excellent public transport connections and free parking
• a diverse range of dining options offered by the student union at our campus locations
• attractive discounts via Corporate Benefits
• a family-friendly university culture (e.g. childcare services, advice on family caregiving tasks, etc.)
• a diverse range of training and further education opportunities
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home
• 30 days of vacation with a 5-day work week, plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
• Fair pay according to the collective agreement (TV-L), including annual bonus and company pension scheme.
• extensive sports and health programs (including university sports)

Application deadline

2026-10-04

Identification number

394-26

Application

The fixed-term contract is governed by Section 14 Paragraph 2 of the Part-Time and Fixed-Term Employment Act, meaning that only persons who have not previously been employed at the University of Duisburg-Essen can be considered.

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application with the usual documents (cover letter, CV, attachments).

Please submit your application exclusively via our online application form. This is the only way we can ensure your application is processed reliably and promptly. Applications submitted via email cannot be considered.

For further information about the position, please contact Frank Lützenkirchen (phone 0201-183 2124, email: frank.luetzenkirchen@uni-due.de) and for information about the application process, please contact Nadine Free in the Human Resources department (phone 0203-379 1877, email: nadine.free@uni-due.de).

Apply online

https://udue.de/39426

Information about the position

Information about the University Library of Duisburg-Essen can be found at: https://www.uni-due.de/ub/

Information about the DataCampus UDE can be found at: https://www.uni-due.de/ub/datacampus/

Open-minded

We are a young, innovative university located in the heart of the Ruhr region. Excellence in research and teaching allows us to think in terms of possibilities rather than limitations, and we develop forward-looking ideas. We embrace diversity, foster potential, and are committed to educational equity that truly lives up to its name.

Further information

The University of Duisburg-Essen aims to promote the diversity of its members.
www.uni-due.de/diversity

In accordance with the state's equal opportunities law, women are given preferential consideration if they have the same qualifications.

Applications from suitable severely disabled persons and persons with equivalent status within the meaning of Section 2 Paragraph 3 of the German Social Code, Book IX (SGB IX) are welcome.

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