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The Environmental Sciences Division (ESD) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has an opening for a Metadata Analyst in its Earth Sciences Informatics portfolio. You will be involved with applied data management activities that support software development for scientific data projects in the Earth, climate, and environmental sciences, such as the Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) Data Center. Particular focus will be on metadata to assist users in discovering ARM data, including various applied data management activities that support projects in Earth Sciences Informatics at ORNL.
The position will report to the Earth Science Database Engineering and Informatics Group Leader and the ARM Metadata Lead and have daily interactions with a broader team of ARM Data Center staff and collaborators at other labs. Responsibilities • Utilize scientific background with meteorological, atmospheric radiation, and chemistry data (e.g., radar) to assist senior staff at the ARM Archive as needed with metadata for submitted datasets. • Assist in assigning metadata for field campaign, research/external, and routine data products, following specific workflows for each type of data submission.
Workflows may include using internal tools, Linux commands to view data on servers, and PostgreSQL queries to create and monitor metadata creation. • Assign metadata keywords using information provided by data submitters via an Online Metadata Editor (OME), considering when to group or separate out terms to facilitate search and retrieval of data products. • Assist metadata team in auditing and correcting historic metadata, reviewing webpages and using SQL queries to review the database as needed. • Utilize Python skills to automate existing workflows, thereby improving efficiency and consistency within the metadata team.
• Utilize good communication skills in English, both written and spoken, to correspond with data submitters and users as needed. • Additional activities will be under the direction of ARM Data Center metadata staff and will include additional metadata responsibilities as needed. • Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Requirements • MS in atmospheric science, information science, or related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. • Familiarity with Python and SQL. • Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. • Ability to evaluate alternative solutions and/or workarounds. • Desire to learn and adopt new tools and technologies as required by the projects. Nice-to-haves • Experience developing solutions utilizing Large Language Models.
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts and practices of collaboration, automation and continuous improvement/continuous delivery. Benefits • ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. • The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. • Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
• Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts. Apply tot his job