Emerging Research Tools and Intelligence Librarian

About the role

The Emerging Research Tools and Intelligence Librarian will lead efforts to integrate cutting-edge technologies, data insights, and institutional knowledge to advance research excellence at Texas A&M University.

Responsibilities

• Guide use of AI and analytics tools to examine research profiles, project metadata, and impact metrics.
• Identify gaps, emerging research directions, and strategic areas for growth.
• Create visualizations, dashboards, and narratives showcasing research impacts.
• Design and pilot research support services based on trends and research needs.
• Lead the assessment, adoption, and integration of emerging tools (e.g., generative AI, visualization platforms).
• Partner with librarians and other units to embed tools into existing services.
• Deliver one-on-one consultations on AI tools, impact narratives, or research planning.
• Create and deliver workshops on emerging tools and research analytics.
• Support researcher onboarding, mentorship matching, or award nominations.
• Develop research support content for the library webpage and documentation.
• Contribute to Library planning, committees, and task forces.
• Participate in campus, regional, and national professional organizations.
• Participate in conferences and monitor developments and best practices to enhance research support.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Library Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Science, Research Analytics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A well-qualified candidate may also possess knowledge or familiarity with AI-enhanced tools or emerging technologies such as generative AI, NLP tools, and research discovery platforms.

A deep understanding of the research lifecycle and scholarly communication.

Demonstrated history of customer service.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to varied audiences.

A strong background in information management.

Familiarity with research analytics platforms (e.g., InCites, SciVal, Altmetric Explorer, Dimensions) and scholarly profile systems.

Understanding of bibliometrics and altmetrics for assessing research impact.

Experience with emerging research tools and funding analysis, including matching researchers with grants or industry partners.

Knowledge of researcher development programs or national faculty award nomination processes.

Some coding or software development expertise.

Ability to think strategically and innovatively to develop new services aligned with institutional priorities.

Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt rapidly evolving technologies and research trends.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Science, Research Analytics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of academic library functions.
• Deep understanding of the research lifecycle and scholarly communication.
• Demonstrated history of customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to varied audiences.
• A strong background in information management.
• Familiarity with research analytics platforms (e.g., InCites, SciVal, Altmetric Explorer, Dimensions) and scholarly profile systems.
• Understanding of bibliometrics and altmetrics for assessing research impact.
• Experience with emerging research tools and funding analysis, including matching researchers with grants or industry partners.
• Knowledge of researcher development programs or national faculty award nomination processes.
• Some coding or software development expertise.
• Ability to think strategically and innovatively to develop new services aligned with institutional priorities.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt rapidly evolving technologies and research trends.

Skills

Knowledge of academic library functions.

Deep understanding of the research lifecycle and scholarly communication.

Demonstrated history of customer service.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to varied audiences.

A strong background in information management.

Familiarity with research analytics platforms (e.g., InCites, SciVal, Altmetric Explorer, Dimensions) and scholarly profile systems.

Understanding of bibliometrics and altmetrics for assessing research impact.

Experience with emerging research tools and funding analysis, including matching researchers with grants or industry partners.

Knowledge of researcher development programs or national faculty award nomination processes.

Some coding or software development expertise.

Ability to think strategically and innovatively to develop new services aligned with institutional priorities.

Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt rapidly evolving technologies and research trends.

Benefits

Texas A&M University offers:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• Up to 12-15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Education Release Time and Tuition Assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Pay

Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Salary amounts will be discussed during the initial interview.

Schedule

This is an in-person opportunity. The selected candidate will be expected to work on campus at our College Station, TX location.