Programs Architect

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Information Technology)
Salary package: $128,316 - $134,446 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-Time, continuing (contingent funded), funded until 30 June 2028

 We offer a rewarding and challenging role, you will

• support the development and success of important national research services to provide Australian researchers with competitive advantage through data
• make a difference to the national research infrastructure of our world-leading researchers with our mission to accelerate research and innovation by driving excellence in the creation, analysis and retention of high-quality data assets
• enjoy workplace flexibility and be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Position overview

The Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) is Australia’s peak infrastructure for research data funded by the Australian Commonwealth Government through the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS). At the ARDC, we’re accelerating Australian research and innovation by driving excellence in the creation, analysis and retention of high-quality data assets. We partner with the research community and industry to build leading-edge digital research infrastructure

The HASS and Indigenous Research Data Commons (HASS&I RDC) is a national-scale data infrastructure for HASS and Indigenous research and research translation.  Several projects represent the foundational investment in the HASS RDC and Indigenous Research Capability Program including the Language Data Commons of Australia and Improving Indigenous Research Capabilities. The technical outputs of these projects will provide infrastructure that can be adapted for use by other disciplines and research areas in HASS and Indigenous research communities, and to continue the expansion of the HASS&I RDC Program.

The Programs Architect, positioned within the HASS&I RDC and under the broad direction of ARDC Executive, works with staff from across the business units and leads the design and specification of national research infrastructure and capabilities.

The Programs Architect assesses current digital HASS and Indigenous capabilities, designs, and scopes new data and technology solutions to fit the HASS and Indigenous research environment and address the needs of researchers and research organisations.

The Programs Architect understands how HASS and Indigenous research and service processes work and how technology systems can be applied in an infrastructure environment.

The program architecture informs program/project design which in turn, working with ARDC expertise, leads to ARDC’s own service development as well as ARDC-driven national partnerships and initiatives.

The successful candidate will have:

• Extensive experience applying digital solutions in a HASS or Indigenous research, policy, or service environment
• Extensive experience in information systems and data environments desirably including analysis platforms, access and authentication systems, data management and discovery systems, and data integration and linkage
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to analyse and document the needs, practices, systems, processes, and workflows of (research) user communities and organisations.
• Extensive experience in scoping solutions for (infrastructure) systems development, preferably in a multi-organisational environment
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal that are appropriate to leading technical and business directions

For further information please contact Jenny Fewster, ARDC Director HASS & I RDC, University Adelaide, T: +61 422 524 861, E: jenny.fewster@ardc.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   
 
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

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

• A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills,experience and approach align with the role
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) of no more than 3 pages which includes the names and contact details of at least two referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor).

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

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.