Data Lead, Research Infrastructure

• Full-time Ongoing Opportunity

• Salary HEW 9 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus and may be required to work across other RMIT campuses

About You

Are you passionate about helping researchers get more value from their data As Data Lead Research Infrastructure youll play a pivotal role in shaping how research data is managed governed stored and shared across RMIT. Working at the intersection of research technology and policy youll lead the development of frameworks services and infrastructure that enable researchers to confidently manage data throughout the entire research lifecycle from creation and analysis through to publication and reuse.

This is a unique opportunity to influence a university-wide digital research infrastructure agenda partnering with researchers ITS the Library and governance leaders to deliver innovative scalable and compliant data solutions. Were looking for someone who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery bringing expertise in research data management governance and technical infrastructure to support world-class research outcomes.

To be successful in this position youll have:

• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent extensive experience in research data management infrastructure design or a related domain.

• Demonstrated experience designing implementing and managing scalable secure research data storage infrastructure including cloud hybrid and preservation solutions.

• Strong knowledge of research data management frameworks governance and standards including responsible AI principles and their application to research data services.

• Proven ability to develop and implement metadata standards schemas and interoperability frameworks aligned with FAIR and CARE principles.

• Capacity to lead strategic initiatives manage competing priorities and influence change across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build productive relationships with researchers professional staff senior leaders and external partners.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Research and Innovation Portfolio

RMITs Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The Portfolio has an engaged energetic talented and collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes and on empowering staff. With a global presence community and industry connections we support cutting-edge research and careers that make a positive impact on communities.

The Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers with research partnerships grants and research contracts funding opportunities capability development research training ethics and integrity intellectual property commercialisation internships communication and profile.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor Guy via email .

Position Description - Data Lead Research Infrastructure

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