Do you have an eye for possibilities to link data in such a way that the whole becomes more than the sum of its parts? Then read on quickly, because you may be the Linked Data specialist we are looking for.
“Supporting your academic goals.” That is what we do at Maastricht University Library. One of those goals is navigating through scientific information. By making (meta)data available in our (collection) systems as Linked (Open) Data, we contribute to increasing (technical) possibilities for using this data in scientific research and education and/or for sharing scientific information with a wider audience. As a Linked Data specialist, you ensure that we make Linked (Open) Data available in such a way that it is optimally tailored to the needs of users and you look for connections with various parties within and outside the UM community for whom this data can be of added value.
We are looking for you if you are someone who can translate user needs into system applications. You have strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills. You can make connections between various systems, (meta)data formats and standards and you have a strong organisational sensitivity. You have an enthusiastic attitude to work, you can provide advice and make decisions. You like to work in a team, you can also work independently and you are result-oriented. You are a connector. You preferably have experience in managing projects.
Fixed-term contract: 1 year.
As a Linked Data specialist, you will work at the most international university in the Netherlands in the beautiful city of Maastricht. Furthermore, we offer you:
The terms of employment of Maastricht University are set out in the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO). Furthermore, local UM provisions also apply. For more information look at the website www.maastrichtuniversity.nl > About UM > Working at UM
Maastricht University is renowned for its unique, innovative, problem-based learning system, which is characterized by a small-scale and student-oriented approach. Research at UM is characterized by a multidisciplinary and thematic approach, and is concentrated in research institutes and schools. Maastricht University has around 22,000 students and about 5,000 employees. Reflecting the university's strong international profile, a fair amount of both students and staff are from abroad. The university hosts 6 faculties: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Faculty of Law, School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience.
For more information, visit www.maastrichtuniversity.nl
The Maastricht University (UM) Library aims to be an inspiring partner in research and education within the UM community. Our professional staff focusses on new types and forms of knowledge resources. We invest in state-of-the-art learning, research and meeting environments, both on campus and online. Our main target groups are students, teachers and researchers.
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Does this vacancy enthuse you but do you still have questions?
Mariëlle Prevoo (department manager of Research Support & Development) is happy to answer your questions. You can contact her via marielle.prevoo@maastrichtuniversity.nl or +31 6 42517028
Or are you already convinced and will you become our new Linked Data specialist?
Then take the first step now and apply no later than April 4 by clicking on the "apply now" button to access the application procedure.
The selection interviews are preferably held on 12 April (1st round) and 17 April (2nd round).