Digital Research Support Officer (Research Data Consultant)
Full time, continuing position. Located on the Camperdown Campus.
Exciting opportunity to directly enhance and support world class research over a wide range of disciplines.
Base Salary
$112,628 - $122,702 (HEO7)
+ 17% superannuation.
About the opportunity
As the Digital Research Support Officer (Research Data Consultant), you will work closely with key University stakeholders and the greater research community to provide expert research data support services. Through providing digital tool advice, services and training you will play a key role in improving research data management practices and enhancing the research productivity of academic staff and research students.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
work within a dynamic team, reporting to the Research Data Governance Manager and Research Data Consulting Lead
engage with researchers individually to deliver appropriate, targeted support and bespoke solutions by email, and via online and in-person consultations
promote and facilitate the adoption of the University's licensed digital tools and platforms by researchers across the University
proactively liaise with research and technical professionals and the academic community to ensure maintenance of data standards
deliver training, webinars, and information sessions to researchers from a variety of research disciplines
contribute to national initiatives, forums and workshops on management of research data, including presenting to diverse audiences
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Digital Research Support Officer (Research Data Consultant) who has:
a bachelor's degree in a relevant field along with postgraduate research qualifications and/or substantial research experience, PhD preferred
a high level of digital literacy and proven ability to analyse user requirements and translate these into training resources and solutions
demonstrated training and presentation skills in a university environment, and the ability to create relevant and engaging presentations
a proven ability to provide a high level of customer service to a wide range of clients
strong communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships
knowledge and understanding of university systems and platforms such as REDCap desirable
Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in a manner satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act ****.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Turle, Recruitment Operations by email to .
Applications Close
Sunday 11 January *******:59 PM
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