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OCLC · 2 months ago

Director, Research & Strategic Insights

Dublin, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

OCLC is a technology organization that connects libraries and makes knowledge accessible worldwide. The Director of Research & Strategic Insights will oversee the OCLC Research agenda, manage a team of research scientists, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver thought leadership on library trends and emerging technologies.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee the OCLC Research agenda, including annual program planning and prioritization, in consultation with Research and Programming leadership and other OCLC divisions

Maintain research profile and leadership for OCLC Research. Serve as an expert resource for OCLC colleagues on issues pertaining to library trends (including emerging technologies), and research design and methods (including computational and AI-driven approaches)

Manage team of research scientists and engineers, ensuring individual research portfolios are aligned with enterprise needs and emerging library priorities. Equip and enable team to collaborate within Research and Programming organization and across OCLC divisions including Global Product Management, Global Technologies, and Marketing/Communications

Develop team members through coaching and mentorship and cultivating a diverse, collaborative work environment

Facilitate collaboration between the Research team and other OCLC division colleagues to inform the OCLC Research agenda and ensure timely sharing of research findings aligned with enterprise goals

In consultation with Research and Programming leadership, agree on key member priorities/concerns to be addressed in external research and public programs/events

Collaborate closely with OCLC Communications to maximize the visibility, coherence, and cumulative impact of OCLC Research outputs

Represent OCLC in professional and academic research networks, and through conference presentations and public speaking

Travel domestically and internationally as required

Qualification

Research managementMetadata standardsData analysisResearch methodsAI-driven modelsQualitative analysis softwareQuantitative analysis softwareCommunication skillsTeam leadershipCollaboration

Required

Ed.D or Ph.D. (or equivalent experience)

10 years or more of research and research management experience with professional standing to garner the respect of the constituencies OCLC serves

Record of effective management of research teams, including engineers/technologists

Demonstrated ability to lead through change – team assessment, provide opportunities for professional growth

Strong technology foundation ideally in a B2B environment with expertise in metadata standards and frameworks, including linked data, and related systems and technologies

Strong background in conducting primary and secondary research in an information-science related field, as evidenced by a publication record or other highly visible thought leadership

Integration of quick research projects into brand pieces (working collaboratively with marketing) and into product strategies where appropriate

Advanced knowledge of research methods, including computational analysis and emerging AI-driven models and approaches

Consumer research or applied leadership background with proven skill connecting research to applied practice in public institutions (like universities, libraries, or others)

Expertise in data collection and analysis, with extensive experience using qualitative and quantitative data analysis software programs

Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis and data science preferred

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical material, both orally and in writing

Benefits

Best-in-class health coverage

Retirement plans with generous company contributions

Free use of our on-site ﬁtness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room

Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC

Health and wellness events

Paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships

Company

OCLC

OCLC, a non-profit cooperative of libraries, uses cloud-based infrastructure to connect libraries to manage and share the world’s knowledge.

Founded in 1967

Dublin, Ohio, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.oclc.org

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