"Research Data Coordinator"

•  493793
•  Townsville
•  Professional
•  Full time
•  Closing on: Dec 1 2025
• Full time Continuing Position
• HEWL 7 - $97,205 - $107,490 + 17% super & great benefits 
• Shape research quality and integrity by strengthening how data is stored, shared and preserved—supporting ethical, open and reproducible research.
• Collaborate with passionate researchers and HDR candidates across diverse disciplines, influencing projects that matter to northern Australia and the Tropics.
• Grow your skills in a supportive, innovation-focused environment that encourages continuous improvement, professional development and sector engagement.

Help shape the future of research data at a university dedicated to improving life in the Tropics. At James Cook University (JCU), we support world-class research that delivers impact for communities across northern Australia and beyond. We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Research Data Coordinator to enhance the quality, accessibility and long-term value of JCU’s research data.

About the Role

As the Research Data Coordinator, you will play a key role in strengthening JCU’s research data management services. Working closely with researchers, HDR candidates, academic staff and professional teams, you will provide expert guidance on the effective management, storage, sharing and preservation of research data across the entire research lifecycle.

You’ll contribute to improving systems and processes, develop training and support resources, and promote best practice in data sharing, transparency and compliance.

What you’ll do

• Provide expert advice and hands-on support to researchers and HDR candidates to ensure research data is managed in accordance with national codes, ethical standards and funder/publisher requirements.
• Coordinate services that support data planning, archiving, publication and metadata capture aligned with FAIR data principles and open research practices.
• Enhance JCU’s research data management systems by identifying improvements, collaborating across teams and staying across sector developments.
• Develop training materials, online content and advocacy tools that promote high-quality research data practices across the University.
• Deliver targeted training sessions to build capability in data management, transparency and the reuse of research outputs.

About you

You will bring:

• Relevant qualifications and experience aligned with a HEWL 7 role.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with researchers and stakeholders.
• A solid understanding of the research lifecycle, FAIR principles and the requirements governing research data management.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice, deliver training and support effective, compliant data practices.
• Well-developed project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and drive continuous improvement.
• (Desirable) Familiarity with metadata standards, data repositories, planning tools or digital research infrastructure.

Why join JCU?

JCU is home to a vibrant research community committed to innovation, integrity and impact. Joining our team means contributing to a culture that values excellence, sustainability, openness and respect—while supporting world-class research across northern Australia and the Tropics.

How to Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role. 

Further information is available by contacting Clair Mead on 4232 1220 or via email to clair.meade@jcu.edu.au

 James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.