Microscopy Australia Data Specialist
The University of Western Australia Crawley, Western Australia- Opening Date: 17-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 07-Oct-2024
- Crawley, Western Australia
- Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
- Implementation of data management procedures for high-end research infrastructure.
- Work with other states to develop and implement broader strategies related to data management and processing.
- Support the data management needs of the facility.
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Substantial relevant experience with data in one or more of the following: processing, management, storage, or transfer.
- Experience in developing and implementing training and educational resources.
- Knowledge of FAIR principles, persistent identifiers, and metadata capture/management.
- Experience working in a microscopy related environment 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.
- Occasional interstate travel may be required.
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Microscopy Australia Data Specialist
Job no: 518259
Work type: full time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Research support
Top 100 University.
Full-time / appointment on fixed term basis to 30/06/2028.
Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis (CMCA) is UWA’s core characterisation facility. The CMCA’s mission is to enable research excellence by providing access to world-class scientific infrastructure and expertise in characterisation to researchers and industry. It comprises ~30 academic, technical, and administrative staff supporting a diverse range of imaging and analytical instrument platforms. The Centre is home to the WA Microscopy Australia facility, a national consortium of facilities that receives funding through the Federal Government’s National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS).
The Microscopy Australia facility generates significant amounts of imaging and spectral data, and our goal is to support researchers to implement best practice in their management and analysis of that data. To that end, the Microscopy Australia node participates in several local and national initiatives related to data storage and data processing in collaboration with partners within UWA, from other universities, and from national high-performance computing facilities.
About the opportunity
- Implementation of data management procedures for high-end research infrastructure.
- Work with other states to develop and implement broader strategies related to data management and processing.
- Support the data management needs of the facility.
About you
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Substantial relevant experience with data in one or more of the following: processing, management, storage, or transfer.
- Experience in developing and implementing training and educational resources.
- Knowledge of FAIR principles, persistent identifiers, and metadata capture/management.
- Experience working in a microscopy related environment is desirable.
Note: Occasional interstate travel may be required.
Position description: PD Microscopy Australia Data Specialist (518259).docx
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jeremy Shaw at jeremy.shaw@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 7th October 2024 (closing date may be extended depending on interest).
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.
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.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
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Advertised: 17 Sep 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Oct 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time