- Support world-class research through enterprise-scale data storage and management services
- Enable researchers to tackle complex data-intensive workloads and scientific challenges
- Salary range between $152,045 to $160,430 + 17% Superannuation
Solve by Talent is partnering with the University of Sydney to recruit a Research Data Storage Specialist within Information and Communications Technology (ICT). This role will contribute to the delivery and ongoing operation of research systems that support cutting-edge research activity across one of Australia’s leading universities.
Why join the University of Sydney?
Join one of Australia’s leading universities at a pivotal time, where technology is evolving to better support student learning, teaching excellence, and research at global scale.
ICT is central to the University’s mission, delivering the platforms, services, and partnerships that enable student success, strengthen teaching, and accelerate research impact.
With strong investment and ambitious transformation underway, you’ll work in a large and complex environment where your contribution will have visible, meaningful impact across the University community.
The opportunity
This role sits within the Research Infrastructure team, responsible for delivering the data storage services that underpin world-class research across the University.
You will play a key role in managing and evolving the University's research data ecosystem, working across on-premises and cloud-based storage platforms to ensure researchers have secure, scalable and effective data services. Ultimately, you'll help shape how research data is stored, managed and accessed across the institution, enabling researchers to tackle complex problems and drive innovation.
What you’ll do
Manage and optimise research data storage platforms across cloud and on-premises environments.
Work with researchers and stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose storage solutions.
Support data lifecycle management, including retention, archiving, access and governance practices.
Collaborate with vendors, managed service providers and ICT teams to ensure reliable and secure service delivery.
Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of research data storage services, policies and processes.
What we’re looking for
Background in Research organisations or institutions, with an understanding of research projects, workflows and lifecycles.
Experience managing enterprise data storage platforms, research data services or large-scale data environments.
Understanding of data lifecycle management including research data workflows, data retention, data management, and governance principles, with familiarisation with the FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
Experience supporting storage infrastructure and working across cloud and on-premises environments.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work closely with researchers, vendors and technical teams.
What’s in it for you?
17% superannuation to support your financial future.
Generous parental leave entitlements.
Salary packaging options.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Career development and learning opportunities.
Health and wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport.
Access to a vibrant, globally recognised university community.
How to apply
If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while building your career in a world-class university environment, we would love to hear from you.
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
Accessibility and inclusion
The University of Sydney is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.
This may include adjustments to the interview format, additional time, breaks, accessible interview locations, receiving materials in advance, or any other practical support that will help you participate comfortably.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nick Barwick, [email protected].
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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Applications Close
Thursday 09 July 2026 11:59 PMSkills Required
- Background in research organisations or institutions, understanding research projects and workflows.
- Experience managing enterprise data storage platforms, research data services or large-scale data environments.
- Understanding of data lifecycle management, data retention, archiving, access, governance and FAIR data principles.
- Experience supporting storage infrastructure across cloud and on‑premises environments.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills to work closely with researchers, vendors and technical teams.
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia (visa sponsorship not available).
- Successful completion of role‑required pre-employment/background checks.
What We Do
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