Data Lead, Research Infrastructure
$9–$17 year
On-siteMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
Lead the development of frameworks, services, and infrastructure that enable researchers to manage data throughout the entire lifecycle, from creation and analysis through to publication and reuse. Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure research data storage solutions including cloud, hybrid, and preservation environments. Establish metadata standards, schemas, and interoperability frameworks aligned with FAIR and CARE principles while applying responsible AI. Partner with researchers, ITS, the Library, and governance leaders to deliver compliant, innovative data solutions that influence the university-wide digital research agenda. Manage competing priorities and drive strategic initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check
Desired Qualifications
- Gender-based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.