Data Management Officer

The University of Western Australia; Remote; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking a part-time Data Coordinator to support rural medical education through accurate data management. This role involves coordinating data management and reporting across rural sites, enhancing database functionality, and ensuring data integrity. Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications, strong experience in data management, and excellent organizational skills. This is a fixed-term role for 12 months, offering a competitive salary and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in health or tertiary education data management and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to data integrity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support rural medical education through accurate data management.
• Coordinate RCSWA's data management and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to evaluation and Commonwealth grant reporting.

Skills

Health data management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

The University of Western Australia – Crawley WA

• Play a key role in supporting rural medical education through accurate data management and reporting.
• Join a collaborative team committed to improving healthcare outcomes in rural and remote WA.
• Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $95,231– $100,643 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA) is a network of 15 rural and remote sites across WA, dedicated to delivering high‑quality teaching, research, and clinical service. As part of the UWA Medical School, RCSWA collaborates with partner universities to strengthen rural medical education and workforce development.

About the opportunity

• Coordinate RCSWA’s data management and reporting requirements across multiple rural sites.
• Maintain and enhance database functionality to ensure accurate and timely information for stakeholders.
• Contribute to evaluation and Commonwealth grant reporting through high‑quality data collection and analysis.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in health or tertiary education data management and reporting.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and quality.

Note: This role can be based in any RCSWA rural site

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Robyn Fortune at ***************@rcswa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 4 January 2026.

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

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

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, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at ******@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number.