Strategic Consultant, Open Science, Data Resilience (51438)

Job DetailsPosition Type: ContractorEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayRemote / Consultant Role/ 30-40 hours per wk. / 8-12 months duration WHO WE ARE The American Geophysical Union (AGU) supports a global community of more than half a million professionals and advocates in the Earth and space sciences. Through broad and inclusive partnerships, AGU aims to advance discovery and solution science that accelerates knowledge and creates solutions that are ethical, unbiased, and respectful of communities and their values. Our programs include serving as a scholarly publisher, convening virtual and in-person events, and providing career support. We live our values in everything we do, such as our net-zero energy renovated building in Washington, D.C., and our Ethics and Equity Center, which fosters a diverse and inclusive geoscience community to ensure responsible conduct. This is an exciting time to work at AGU. Every day we approach our work with a sense of purpose, and we look for others who share that passion and desire for a career with impact. WHO YOU ARE You will help plan and execute against goals for the AGU Data Resilience Initiative and other relevant projects. You will have primary interface with a 3-person AGU Open Science team and will also have regular interaction with the executive level team members who serve as advisors for the Data Resilience Initiative. Report to the Executive VP. WHAT YOU WILL DO Co-lead with the Vice President for Open Science in assuring delivery of a global data resilience roadmap for Earth, Space and Environmental Sciences-to include assisting with global risk analysis and risk mitigation strategies for critical datasets. Consult with Earth, space and environmental data teams across the globe to define and implement global data interoperability standards. Assist with the strategy and recruitment of industry partners for engagement in the AGU global data resilience initiative. Serve as an AGU ambassador to engage with researchers, policy makers and funders as requested. Consult and co- lead in advancing additional AGU data science activities and participate with the AGU team in defining and executing against other data science-related prioritized needs.  Participate in weekly virtual team meetings. WHAT YOU WILL BRING Familiarity with Earth, space and environmental science data types and challenges.  (The successful applicant does not need to be a data science expert but does need to have more than a basic understanding of data science principles and needs.) Close work with the Earth, space, and environmental sciences is a plus. Familiarity with the research data repository community both in the US and globally. Ability to grasp and learn quickly. Ability to facilitate identifying and connecting individuals who are experts to discuss current status, risk mitigation, and next steps. Basic knowledge of data management, open science concepts and the data science community. Professional communications skills to help represent AGU strategic efforts with global partners and audiences, and who is skilled and comfortable in communicating with senior level scientists, policy makers and funders. Strategic thinker, and comfortable operating on a tactical level. Ability to work collaboratively. Ability to travel up to 10%. AGU ESSENTIAL VALUES Accountability: Own it. Excellence: Give your all. Member & Customer Service: Members & Customers first. Teamwork: Together everyone achieves more. Respect-Earn it and give it. Integrity- Do the right thing. HIRING SPECIFICS We understand that it is unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria listed in a job posting. However, we encourage you to apply if you meet many of the requirements.  The Pay range for this position is $50/hr. up to $100/hr. AGU will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Qualifications