How can a research data librarian help me plan my research?

Research data librarians at Indiana University (IU) offer a range of support services to assist researchers in managing, storing, and sharing their research data. They assist faculty, students, and staff throughout the research data lifecycle, from planning and collection to organization, storage, and dissemination. 

They offer:

• Guidance on creating Data Management Plans (DMPs) for grant proposals (e.g., NIH, NSF).
• Advice on selecting appropriate storage and repositories that comply with IU policies and funding agency requirements.
• Consultations on data organization, metadata, documentation, and data archiving for long-term preservation.
• Training sessions and workshops on data management tools and best practices.
• Referrals to IU resources such as SecureMyResearch and Research Technologies for specialized technical support.

Find your RCresearch data librarianContact information for IU Research Data Services Librarians RC research data librarian . If your campus does not have a dedicated research data librarian, a subject or general librarian will be able to help you. 

Researchers interested in learning more can connect with IU Libraries’ RCResearch Data ServicesTeam supporting the creation, use, & discovery of research data RC Research Data Services .