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An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Data Officer to join the PEARLS research team at Burnet Institute.In this role, you will support a large multi-country health research study by ensuring the integrity, quality and effective use of research data. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining electronic data capture systems, monitoring data quality, producing reports and visualisations, and collaborating with local and international research partners.You will also:Develop, maintain and optimise study databases and electronic data capture tools (e.g. REDCap)Conduct routine data monitoring, validation and query resolution across multiple study sitesProduce data reports, dashboards and visualisations to support research analysis and decision-makingContribute to data management manuals, training materials and study documentationWork closely with multidisciplinary teams, including researchers, statisticians, trial managers and international collaboratorsRefer to the attached position description for full details. This is a 2-year fixed-term position (0.8 - 1.0 FTE, with 1.0 FTE preferred). The role offers flexible working hours and the option to work from home up to 2-3 days per week.Let''s talk about youThe following criteria are essential requirements:Degree qualification in statistics, data science, information systems, computer science, science or a related disciplineAt least two years'' post-study experience performing research data management using programming languages (e.g. R, Python) or statistical packages (e.g. Stata)Demonstrated understanding of the end-to-end research data lifecycle within a health research environmentHands-on experience with electronic data capture systems such as REDCapStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, multidisciplinary and international teamsThe following are preferable but not essential:The Burnet experience...We want you to have a successful and meaningful career at Burnet and are committed to providing a supportive workplace environment for all our people. You will be part of a collaborative culture where progressive leadership, innovation, respect, and excellence are valued. Join a team of talented individuals who are passionate about what they do achieving a more equitable world through better health.We offer:A monthly accrued day off for full-time staffStudy leaveFlexible working arrangementsGenerous salary packagingOpportunities for career and professional developmentWho are we?Burnet Institute is a leading Australian, unaligned, not-for-profit, organisation passionate about social justice, equality and evidence-based research.Burnet Institute brings together a highly diverse skill base, with more than 400 staff and students working across cutting-edge research and projects to address some of the most relevant global health issues. Institute-wide interdisciplinary health programs Disease Elimination, Health Security and Pandemic Preparedness, and Women''s, Children''s and Adolescents'' Health are at the heart of our daily decision making. Harnessing our international and local field presence, our laboratories, and our mixed development and research cultures drives a greater focus on the most relevant health issues and achieves a greater impact as a result.Whilst our headquarters is in Melbourne, Australia, we also have offices in Papua New Guinea and Myanmar and are actively involved in research and public health programs throughout Australia, the Asia-Pacific region and Africa. Burnet is the only unaligned organisation in Australia that has dual accreditation with both the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).Bring your whole self to workAt Burnet, we foster a diverse and inclusive culture. We want our people to feel like they belong and are free to be themselves at work. We have an active Gender Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (GEDI) Council that works to promote and improve gender equity, diversity and inclusion across the Institute, by developing and implementing strategies informed by both national and international best practice and staff input. Burnet holds an Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award from Science in Gender Equity (SAGE). If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement at any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know by emailing [email protected] below and attach the following documents:ResumeApplications close at 11:59pm AEDT on Thursday, 12th Feb 2026.Burnet is a child safe organisation. The successful applicant will be required to apply for a National Police Check and/or Working with Children. Current Australian working rights are required for all applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr