Data Linkage Analyst

2 days ago

Hobart, Australia University of Tasmania Full time

**Job no**: 501376
**Work type**: Part time
**Location**: Hobart
**Categories**: Infrastructure & Property, Laboratory & Research Support
- Support vital health research by delivering high-quality, secure linked data services
- A leading research institute transforming complex health data into meaningful outcomes
- Part time (0.8), fixed-term role until June 2026 based in Hobart

**About the opportunity**

We are seeking to appoint a Data Linkage Analyst, Tasmanian Data Linkage Unit (TDLU) at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research (Menzies), part of UTAS Health.

Menzies is one of Australia’s leading health and medical research institutes. Menzies exists to improve human health and wellbeing by performing excellent basic, clinical and population health research that focuses on the major diseases affecting the Tasmanian community. Taking a disease prevention approach, our research is aimed at improving patient care and clinical outcomes for the community by translating knowledge and clinical actions.

**What you’ll do**:

- Undertake operational and project linkages to a high standard.
- Develop and maintain databases to facilitate linkage of confidential data.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation including systems and database design, test plans and training manuals.
- Provide database support to other staff in data extraction and processing.
- Provide advice on study design, data linkage and geocoding of data to client services staff and researchers.

**What we’re looking for**:

- A degree level qualification in a relevant area (e.g. IT, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Statistics) with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Well-developed skills in database design and modelling, SQL query-writing and database administration/management (preferably SQL Server and Microsoft Access).
- Understanding of data linkage processes and techniques and an ability to fully grasp TDLU’s complex Data Processing System and associated software.
- Demonstrated experience in the coordination or management of complex, data-based projects including data security and management, quality assurance and data confidentiality.

**Salary details**

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation.

**How to Apply**
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

**Applications close Sunday, 14 September 2025, 11.55pm**

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

**Advertised**: 29 Aug 2025 Tasmania Standard Time
**Applications close**: 14 Sep 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

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