Research Data Services in Academic Libraries: Data Intensive Roles for the Future.

Source Publication (e.g., journal title)

Journal of eScience Librarianship

Authors

Carol Tenopir, University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Dane Hughes, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Suzie Allard, University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Mike Frame, US Geological Survey
Ben Birch, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Lynn Baird, University of Idaho
Robert J. Sandusky, University of Illinois at Chicago
Madison Langseth, United States Geological Survey
Andrew Lundeen, Michigan State University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-21-2015

Abstract

Objectives: The primary objectives of this study are to gauge the various levels of Research Data Service academic libraries provide based on demographic factors, gauging RDS growth since 2011, and what obstacles may prevent expansion or growth of services. Methods: Survey of academic institutions through stratified random sample of ACRL library directors across the U.S. and Canada. Frequencies and chi-square analysis were applied, with some responses grouped into broader categories for analysis. Results: Minimal to no change for what services were offered between survey years, and interviews with library directors were conducted to help explain this lack of change. Conclusion: Further analysis is forthcoming for a librarians study to help explain possible discrepancies in organizational objectives and librarian sentiments of RDS.

Recommended Citation

Carol Tenopir, Dane Hughes, Suzie Allard, Mike Frame, Ben Birch, Lynn Baird, Robert Sandusky, Madison Langseth, and Andrew Lundeen. “Research Data Services in Academic Libraries: Data Intensive Roles for the Future.” Journal of eScience Librarianship. 4(2): 12/21/2015. http://dx.doi.org/10.7191/jeslib.2015.1085