"Data Officer- The Kirby Institute"

Job no: 526707

Work type: full time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Information Technology, Research Administration support

• Employment Type: Full Time; 35 hours per week
• Duration: 1-year fixed term
• Remuneration: $110,073- $119,132 (based on experience) + Superannuation
• + Annual leave loading
• Location: (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

The Data Officer will be responsible for maintaining data quality control and management (such as data cleaning, data query resolution, data mapping and database design, development, implementation) and continued functioning of electronic databases to facilitate the conduct of research studies. The incumbent will work predominantly with REDCap to provide data solutions for clinical data collection and study management.

This position is within the Viral Hepatitis Clinical Research Program https://kirby.unsw.edu.au/program/vhcrp and reports to the Systems Manager Ineke Shaw.

Who You Are:

• Graduate biomedical science qualifications, computer or other medical qualifications including Nursing with relevant experience in the conduct of clinical research.
• Demonstrated experience in data management, data cleaning, data query resolution and data mapping.
• Experience with dashboard design in Power BI or Tableau viewed favorably.
• Experience with REDCap database design, build, and data management viewed favorably. Experience with data and data extraction from general practice sites and tertiary sites from a wide range of databases is highly regarded.
• Proven knowledge of International Council for Harmonisation Good Clinical Research Practice Guidelines (ICH GCP) as governed by the International Council for Harmonisation. Excellent Interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience integrating several complex databases to produce customized reports and data extractions is highly regarded.
• Experience in programming languages such as SQL, Python, statistics language such as SAS or Stata, and tools such as git.
• Previous experience in Hepatitis C research or other infectious diseases clinical trials would be an advantage.
• Experience in advanced technical statistical data management and programming skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize own workload and work independently as well as an effective member of a team.
• Proven initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills, capacity to meet deadlines and ability to pay close attention to detail.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before the 29^th of August at 11:55pm.

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience in the position description. To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Aarti: Talent Acquisition Coordinator

E: a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 15 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 29 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time