In recent years, new professional roles such as Data Stewards and Research Software Engineers have emerged at many universities. Data stewards play a key role in implementing open science principles and promoting FAIR data practices. As interdisciplinary interface actors between research, IT, infrastructure and law, they contribute to the quality, accessibility and reusability of research data.

At TU Wien, we take a collaborative approach to research data management. Rather than relying on individual roles, we work with data steward teams. The Center for Research Data Management has established an initial team combining IT expertise and consulting skills. This service is currently being expanded in collaboration with the faculties.

If you have any questions about data stewardship, please feel free to contact us by email.

[Translate to English:] Data Stewards. Verlässliche Ansprechpersonen für Fragen rund um Forschungsdaten.

Good to know: There are designated contact persons for key data management issues.