Data Management Officer
The University of Western Australia Crawley, Western Australia- Opening Date: 29-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
- Crawley, Western Australia
- Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a.(pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
- Play a crucial role in the ongoing maintenance and expansion of the PHRN metadata platform.
- Use your technical expertise in a variety of analytical and technical assignments.
- Ensure the platform meets the needs of new sectors and explore innovative methods to optimise ongoing updates and reporting.
- Draft submissions, reports, and other publications to promote the PHRN Metadata Platform nationally.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology, data science, health informatics, or a related field.
- Relevant experience working in a research environment, particularly in roles related to data management or information systems.
- Familiarity with metadata standards and practices, particularly in the context of health research data is desirable.
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Data Management Officer
Job no: 518270
Work type: part time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Research support
Research Infrastructure Centres
Play a crucial role in Australia’s national data linkage network, which supports vital health and health-related research.
Level: 6, part-time / 0.5 FTE (37.5hrs per fortnight).
Base salary range: $91,833 – $97,052 p.a.(pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Population Health Research Network (PHRN) is an internationally significant research infrastructure program that is developing and operating Australia's first national data linkage network. The University of Western Australia is the lead agent for PHRN. Established with the backing of the Australian Government as part of the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy and supported by Australian governments and tertiary institutions, the PHRN has built a network that enables existing health data from around the nation to be brought together and made available for vital health and health related research purposes. This research allows health care planners, providers, and policy makers to respond more effectively to the changing needs of the Australian population.
About the opportunity
- Play a crucial role in the ongoing maintenance and expansion of the PHRN metadata platform.
- Use your technical expertise in a variety of analytical and technical assignments.
- Ensure the platform meets the needs of new sectors and explore innovative methods to optimise ongoing updates and reporting.
- Draft submissions, reports, and other publications to promote the PHRN Metadata Platform nationally.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification in information technology, data science, health informatics, or a related field.
- Relevant experience working in a research environment, particularly in roles related to data management or information systems.
- Familiarity with metadata standards and practices, particularly in the context of health research data is desirable.
Position description: PD -Data Management Officer (518270).docx
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Felicity Flack at felicity.flack@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 22nd September 2024
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
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Advertised: 29 Aug 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Sep 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time