National Research Data Specialist

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Specialist)

Salary package: $121,359 - $129,772 plus 17% superannuation

Term: 2 x Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2028.

Advance precision medicine through data innovation.

Phenomics Australia, a founding member of the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), connects leading research facilities across Australia to accelerate discovery in precision medicine. We are seeking a National Research Data Specialist to help shape and implement the digital infrastructure supporting Australia’s preclinical and translational research communities.

About the role

You will work at the intersection of research and technology – translating the needs of scientists, data custodians, and IT professionals into robust digital systems and platforms. Your work will drive adoption of FAIR data principles, improve interoperability across national research initiatives, and ensure high standards of scientific data management and integrity.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate with researchers and data specialists to define user requirements and guide digital strategy implementation.

• Lead workshops and stakeholder engagements to map business processes and identify opportunities for optimisation.

• Support the harmonisation of data standards, metadata schemas, and persistent identifiers.

• Provide expert advice on data governance, management, and integration to enhance national research capabilities.

About you

You are passionate about the role of data in advancing science. You combine technical literacy with strong communication and analytical skills, and enjoy bringing clarity to complex systems.

You will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in molecular biology, genomics, data science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven expertise in data management principles, information systems, and data environments.

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with experience facilitating collaborative projects.

Why join us?

Phenomics Australia offers a collaborative environment at the forefront of Australian research infrastructure. You’ll work with a dynamic national network and contribute to projects with genuine impact for health and biomedical research.

To find out more about Phenomics Australia, visit our website and follow us at Linkedin

For further information please contact, Nick Rossow, Data Operations Manager, T: +61 438 147 728, E: nick.rossow@anu.edu.au.  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au   
 
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Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and may be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.