Project Officer Research Data Management

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Location: Parkville
Role type: Fulltime;Continuing
Department/School: Research Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary:UoM 7 $106432 $115211 p.a. plus 17 super

• Drive research excellence / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders / Develop cuttingedge data management solutions
• Apply now to revolutionise research data management and empower worldclass researchers
• Investing in you benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.

In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2 the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to FixedTerm or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective all continuing vacancieswill be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered ahead of external recruitment.

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Your next career opportunity
As the Program Development Officer for Research Data Management youll play a pivotal role in advancing the Universitys research data management strategy. Youll collaborate with key stakeholders to develop innovative solutions ensuring compliance and protecting valuable research assets. This role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of research data management working with worldclass researchers and contributing to groundbreaking discoveries.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing Strategic Solutions: Engage with stakeholders to understand challenges and develop policies procedures and frameworks for effective research data management.
• Driving Technological Advancements: Contribute to the prototyping testing and implementation of cuttingedge technology and servicebased solutions.
• Enhancing Research Capabilities: Deliver training sessions and support researchers in improving their data management skills fostering a culture of best practices.
• Facilitating Collaboration: Build strong relationships across the university coordinating with various teams to ensure coherent and effective research data management services.

You may be a great fit if:
You are a proactive and collaborative professional with a strong background in research or research administration possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to navigate complex organisational structures while driving strategic initiatives.

You may also:

• Have a tertiary research degree or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Have experience in or the capacity to quickly grasp emerging issues and technologies in research data management.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team with a proactive approach to problemsolving.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
• Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check outour benefitspage!

Your new team Research Innovation and Commercialisation
Research Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. RIC is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the Universitys research and enterprise mission working closely with our academics professional colleagues industry partners funding agencies and government agencies. We have a passion to see our academics and their collaboration partners succeed achieve research excellence and translate their discoveries into realworld innovation and impact. RIC operates Universitywide across all nine Academic Divisions and Chancellery.

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Working at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Felicita Depaune via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Advertised: 17 Apr 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Apr 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time