Digital Research Analyst

Job description:

At MCRI we are committed to pushing the boundaries of data-rich research. The landscape of medical discovery is evolving, and we are leading the charge by harnessing the power of structured data governance and advanced analytics. As we navigate through the increasing volume, variety, and velocity of data, we stand firm in our commitment to providing evidence that drives meaningful translational impact and promotes data sharing.

This is a pivotal role in supporting our researchers in their data-rich research activities and is dedicated to enabling and enhancing the research endeavours of our multidisciplinary teams. As the Digital Research Analyst you will collaborate with researchers to ensure early engagement to align IT services with research needs, be responsible for providing technical support, and innovative solutions in high-performance computing (HPC) working in close collaboration with the IT team. This role will also work collaboratively with researchers to optimise their workflows, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and maintain the integrity and security of research data.

Your responsibilities include:

• Proactively engage with researchers to understand data generation, computing, and storage requirements
• Analyse and translate these requirements into actionable solutions, ensuring alignment with research goals
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure infrastructure and resources align with research demands
• Assist researchers in effectively running applications on HPC
• Troubleshoot and resolve HPC-related issues to minimise research disruptions.
• Provide training, advice, and assistance to researchers on selecting and implementing technology solutions to enhance their research productivity

About you:

• Degree in relevant field such as computer since, data science or related discipline
• 5 years of relevant experience in an academic or research environment
• Demonstrated experience in supporting researchers in HPC/cloud environments
• Experience in gathering and documenting research-specific IT requirements and translating them into actionable solutions
• Proficiency in building and managing containerised environments (e.g., Docker) for research purposes
• Strong skills in code optimisation techniques
  

Who we are

At Murdoch Children's Research Institute, we share a powerful vision; to re-imagine the future of child health. We are the home to many life-changing scientific discoveries. We are renowned for our cutting-edge focus on early interventions, improved diagnosis, prevention, and development of potential cures. Our success is founded on a philosophy of collaboration through a multi-disciplinary approach to solving the toughest questions in child health. Murdoch Children's is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity and respect that celebrates and values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. We strive to foster a positive working environment that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and consideration for the diverse voices of our people and the communities we serve. Murdoch Children's is a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and is a committed subscriber to Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) and its principles.

For more information, please refer to the position description. Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to Nauman Maqbool at **************@mcri.edu.au.

To be considered, applicants should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Responses to selection criteria via the position description

Please submit your application in one combined pdf document. Only applications submitted through our portal will be accepted.

We welcome all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions and sexual orientations in our workplace and encourage talented people of any identity to apply to our vacancies. We will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace, please contact the People Leader listed above if this is needed.

All applicants, please be aware that in line with the Murdoch Children's and VCGS COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all Murdoch Children's and VCGS workers must be fully vaccinated (boosted), unless a valid medical exception applies.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Closing date: 31 January 2024

We offer:

• Impactful Work: Be part of a mission to revolutionise healthcare through data excellence, contributing to ground-breaking research with real-world implications
• Innovation Hub: Immerse yourself in an environment that encourages continuous learning, experimentation, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies
• Maximise your pay: Unlock financial benefits through our salary packaging including entertainment and novated leases
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse and dynamic team that values collaboration, creativity, and the shared pursuit of excellence