Research Data Manager

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Administration)
Salary package: $125,186 - $131,167 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded) up to 31 December 2028
Working at Phenomics Australia
This is an opportunity to work at a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.
We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team
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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles . We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.
The Position
Phenomics Australia is a founding member of the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), and provides a national system of research facilities and expertise to facilitate precision medicine for the Australian and international research communities. Phenomics Australia has nodes across several Australian universities and medical research institutes. Located at ANU is the Phenomics Australia Executive Team, responsible for overall strategic planning, project administration, and operational oversight. The Research Data Manager provides an important function within this Team, developing and delivering projects and initiatives, providing training, advice and expertise, and contributing to building best practice capabilities in Research Data handling across Phenomics Australia's research facilities. The Research Data Manager is responsible for improving Phenomics Australia's Research Data management processes and ensuring the best possible services to our users. The Research Data Manager will drive the development of a Phenomics Australia Data Management Strategy, particularly its alignment to FAIR principles, and will oversee its implementation.
The Person
We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Operating Officer of Phenomics Australia, engaging directly with the Phenomics Australia Executive, Board, Scientific Leadership Committee and Node staff. The role requires regular liaison with, and coordination of, Phenomics Australia's research nodes which are dispersed around the country and include a diverse range of people, primarily scientists, technical staff, administrators and data custodians. As an important point of contact, the Research Data Manager will represent Phenomics Australia through cultivating close working relationships with key contacts to undertake this role effectively.
For more information about the position please contact A/Prof Jim Hennessy on T: +61 2 6125 7735 E:
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To Apply
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

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The committee may choose to consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria if explanation is provided.
Please note: The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.