Data Steward

Societal challenges demand new knowledge. It is the task of the TU/e to develop this knowledge by adapting and changing research and education. At Library and Information Services (LIS) we look ahead together with our scientists and students and constantly provide the best possible library and information services to enable the creation of this new knowledge.

WouldyouliketoworkonshapingtomorrowsworldContributetogroundbreakinginnovations intechnologicalknowledgeAreyouaDataStewardbutalsoateamplayer who feels at home in an international and interdisciplinary environment Then we are looking for you!

Job Description

About theorganization
Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is an internationally orientedresearch university specializing in engineering science & technology and is known for its large scientific andsets its focus on complex social challenges by concentrating its education and research on three Strategic Areas: Energy Health and Smart Mobility.

An ambitious university requires dedicated support to our scientists within the fields ofResearch Data Management (RDM)and Open Science. This support is provided by the ProductAreaResearchaspartoftheLibraryandInformation Services(LIS). Within the productareaResearch IT Consultants and Data Stewards closely collaborate in theResearch DataInfrastructurelabandtheSuper Computing Centreto support our research community.

Theposition

The data steward team vision is to help researchers with new challenges in a collaborative way while being an advocate of open & responsible scientific practicesthattranscend TU/ are looking for a Data Steward with good understanding ofresearchdatamanagement research data infrastructureandprivacy and ethics in will serve as first-line support for researchers in addressing internal and external requirementsregardinginteroperability.

Your tasks and responsibilities are best described asfollows:

• SupportandadviseourResearchersonRDM-relatedissuessuchas:
• Data Management Plans (DMP);
• Datamanagementparagraphs for grant proposals;
• Collectionstoragepublicationand archival ofresearch data;
• FAIR principlesinresearch data focusing on interoperability;
• Hands-on supportactivelyimplementingthe RDM policy.

SupportandadviseResearchersonprivacy-relatedissuessuchas:

• Informed consent and privacy notices;
• Evaluatingprivacyroleswithinresearchcollaborationsandconsortiaandidentifyingthe needed agreements and documents;
• Assessingprivacyandlegalrisks(includingcopyrightandlicensing) during the entire research lifecycle;
• DataProtectionImpactAssessments(DPIA)incollaborationwiththe Privacy team;
• Develop and providetrainingson RDM and privacy/GDPR compliance.

Support and collaborate with your teamsand yourdepartments such as:

• Being part of theHub- data steward- Product Area Research- team;
• Achieving teamobjectivesby working together with others;
• Establishafunctionalandappropriateservicessupplychainforresearchersin coordination with colleagues of the Product Area Research.

Job Requirements

We are looking for a new colleague with the following qualifications andcharacteristics:

• AnacademiclevelofworkandthinkingpreferablyacompletedMasterorPhDinthe technical or medical sciences and an affinity with research practice;
• within arelatively newfield of work in support of scientific research;
• Youhave the ability toeasily assimilate knowledge and are not afraid to learn on the job;
• Youareskilledintransferringandsharingknowledgetostaffstudentsjunior researchers and senior researchers;
• Abilitytoconnectandtranslatevariousrequirements()into solutions and best practices with regards to RDM and data stewardship;
• Customer-orientedandsupportivewayofworkingyougainenergyfromsupportingand solving issues for others within the organization;
• Networking skills and you feel comfortable with connecting people and building networks;
• Excellentcommunicationandnegotiatingskillsandyouareabletobeauthoritativewhen the situation requires it;
• Dutch language is not a requirement but it is an advantage.

Preferably youhave:

• Experienceinhandlingprivacy-sensitivedataandknowledgeofGDPRand/orwillingness to develop yourself further in this field.
• ExperienceinorademonstrableaffinitywithRDManddatastewardshipwithinhigher education or a research institution.
• KnowledgewhichwillcontributetoapplyingFAIRprinciplestoresearchdata.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum 3.546- to maximum 6.433- for full-time employment depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 10/11 Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
• Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven a worldleading tech region with more than 7000 hightech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI photonics semiconductors and advanced manufacturing Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Information

• f you have any questions about the content of the position please contact Liz Guzman-Ramirez Team Lead of the Data Stewards
• For more information about this vacancy please contact our internal recruiter: Rob van der Linden l or 31 (0).
• AreyouinspiredandwouldliketoknowmoreaboutworkingatTU/ePleasevisitourcareer page.

Application

IfyouareinterestedpleaseusetheapplybuttontosendusyourCVandletterofapplication with your motivation and a description of your qualifications.

• An assessment test may be part of the job application the assessmenttestwewillfocusonyourwrittenandverbalcommunicationskills( assignment and presentation).

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team () before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.