Position Number: JR-003274
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-Term - 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Australian BioCommons
Salary: UOM 8 $122,736 - $132,847 p.a. plus 17% super

• Shape national research infrastructure / Advance AI-driven health discoveries / Collaborate with leading scientists
• Apply now to build the future of biomedical data platforms and accelerate life-changing health research
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Data Platform Engineer at Australian BioCommons, you'll play a pivotal role in establishing OMIX3, Australia's first integrated, accredited, multi-omic analysis platform for research and clinical samples. You'll develop cutting-edge digital solutions, including a Gen3 data commons, to enable sharing and analysis of human omic and phenotype data. This role offers you the chance to shape national research infrastructure, collaborate with top scientists, and directly contribute to AI-driven discoveries for improved health outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Pipeline Development: Create production-grade tools for automated data flows, including archiving, cataloguing, and analysis of sensitive human omics datasets.
• System Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new software features and integration points.
• Quality Assurance: Design and execute test plans, lead code reviews, and maintain high-quality codebases.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with diverse stakeholders, including business analysts, data managers, and security specialists, to align technical solutions with project needs.

You may be a great fit if:
You are a skilled Software Developer with a passion for data pipelines and systems integration, possessing strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to high-quality engineering in a collaborative, open-source environment.

You may also:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Have extensive experience developing robust, release-quality Python code.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of ETL processes and data processing.
• Possess experience with Unix/Linux command-line utilities and shell scripting.
• Show commitment to continuous learning and have excellent communication skills.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - Australian BioCommons
The University of Melbourne hosts the Australian BioCommons, a $20M NCRIS-funded initiative (2023-2028) advancing national life science research through world-class digital infrastructure. Its mission is to lead in bioinformatics and bioscience data services, offering cutting-edge tools, platforms, and training to support research communities and ensure long-term access to vital data and analysis capabilities.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Mick Powar via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Sunday 7th September 11 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-003274 - Data Platform Engineer MDHS PD.pdf