Senior Master Data Analyst

UWA; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 132,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a part-time Senior Master Data Analyst to lead the Raine Study’s online data extraction environment and data integration initiatives. The role focuses on data governance, privacy, quality, and end-to-end data workflows, with mentoring responsibilities for the team.

You will design secure data architectures for large-scale research datasets and collaborate with researchers and technical teams to ensure robust data management practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing complex research data and IT business analysis.
• Experience with longitudinal/health research datasets and privacy requirements.
• Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks and data quality standards.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel and data visualization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing management and continuous improvement of the Raine Study’s online data extraction environment.
• Design and improve secure data architectures and workflows for large datasets.
• Lead data management projects and advise on governance, privacy, quality, and best practices.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Data visualization

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Relational databases

Data modelling

Job description

• Lead data systems supporting one of the world’s largest and most successful prospective cohort studies.
• Work with high-quality longitudinal research data
• Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Established in 1989, the Raine Study follows three generations of participants from pregnancy and childhood through to adulthood. Its extensive longitudinal resource brings together questionnaire data, clinical measures and stored biological samples to support local, national and international research. More than 150 researchers across 14 broad research areas currently use Raine Study data, which has contributed to more than 825 peer-reviewed publications.

About the opportunity

• Lead the ongoing management and continuous improvement of the Raine Study’s online data extraction environment, including data integration, data modelling, migration and system lifecycle activities.
• Design and improve secure data architectures and workflows for large research and administrative datasets, including data ingestion, transformation, validation, extraction, reporting and master data quality.
• Lead data management projects and provide expert advice on data governance, privacy, quality and best practice, while collaborating with researchers, technical teams and other stakeholders.

About you

• A relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency, together with extensive experience in managing complex research data, undertaking IT business analysis or working in a comparable senior data role.
• Substantial experience in research, academic or IT environments, including experience with longitudinal or health research datasets and relevant data privacy requirements.
• Strong knowledge of research data management, master data management, data governance frameworks and data quality standards, with experience in designing and improving relational databases and end-to-end data workflows.
• Demonstrated proficiency in SQL, Excel and data visualisation tools, complemented by strong analytical, problem-solving, project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work independently, lead and mentor others, exercise sound judgement and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Senior Master Data Analyst (524753).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Aggie Bouckley at [e-mail]

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Pratik Sridhar at [e-mail]

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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