Preview Questions Research Librarian | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What is the purpose of using persistent identifiers, such as DOIs, in research data management?

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To track the usage and download statistics of the dataset

To restrict access to only the most recent version of the data

To automatically update the dataset as new versions are released

To ensure that data can always be accurately located and cited

Question 2: What is the role of a thesaurus or controlled vocabulary when conducting a database search?

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It generates random synonyms for broadening the search

It limits search results to fewer, more relevant terms

It categorizes results based on the author's background

It standardizes terms to improve search consistency and accuracy

Question 3: Which of the following is a feature of Zotero that aids in citation management?

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It filters search results by citation count

It generates summaries of research articles

It automatically generates and organizes citations for research

It offers a database of peer-reviewed articles

Question 4: When assisting in research funding support, the librarian's role primarily involves:

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Identifying funding opportunities and helping researchers with the submission process.

Focusing only on basic information about funding without assisting in the application process.

Encouraging researchers to fund their own projects without any institutional support.

Only providing general library resources without any specific advice on funding.

Question 5: How can a research librarian effectively support the development of a systematic review?

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Focus only on gathering articles and leave the review to the researcher

Conduct all literature searches on behalf of the researchers

Focus only on the methodological aspects, not the resources

Assist in developing search strategies and refining inclusion/exclusion criteria

Question 6: Which citation style is most often used for referencing scientific papers and research in the fields of medicine and life sciences?

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APA

MLA

Vancouver

Chicago