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SalarySalary: UOM 7 - $102,338 - $110,780p.a. plus 17% super (pro-rata for part-time).
- Empower stakeholders with cutting-edge digital preservation strategies.
- Pioneer preservation techniques.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
Join our dynamic team as a Digital Curation and Preservation Specialist! Here at the University of Melbourne, you'll collaborate closely with a dedicated group within the Digital Stewardship (Research) team to enhance our digital preservation capabilities across various initiatives. Your role will involve developing and maintaining these services and actively contributing to the growth and improvement of our digital repository capabilities. From research data management to preserving significant cultural and historical collections, your work will be instrumental in ensuring the longevity and accessibility of our digital assets.Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing, overseeing, and enhancing Digital Curation and Preservation capability programs, including stakeholder, staff, and researcher training initiatives.
- Advising on, developing, and maintaining policies, workflows, and documentation supporting the preservation of the University's digital assets.
- Managing the daily operations of the digital preservation repository, ensuring efficient processes and monitoring for effectiveness.
Are you a seasoned digital archiving, preservation, and curation professional? We're seeking someone with in-depth knowledge and a proven track record of developing and implementing procedures and workflows in these areas. You should be well-versed in digital preservation techniques, technologies, and standards, including sustainable file formats, metadata management, and quality control measures. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you'll be tasked with conveying complex ideas to a diverse array of stakeholders. Moreover, we're looking for someone who can thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team, demonstrating initiative in problem-solving and a knack for managing multiple tasks and partners efficiently. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, apply now!You will also have:
- Qualifications in information management or related fields, or equivalent experience in Digital Curation, archiving, and Preservation.
- Understanding of digital preservation principles and practices for maintaining digital assets
- Experience in designing, implementing, and managing Digital Curation and Preservation capability programs, including training and education development.
- Demonstrated experience working with digital data, metadata, and systems in repository or data system settings.
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.Scholarly Services provides research support and deep professional expertise in several key areas. Scholarly Services is comprised of two key portfolios: Research and Collection Stewardship and Teaching and Learning Innovation. It operates within Student and Scholarly Services as part of the Chief Operating Officer PortfolioWhat we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out page!The University of Melbourne
We're tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via and stay connected with our stories and people on .Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit page.We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
