The role works closely with researchers, project teams and stakeholders to translate research requirements into robust, sustainable software and technical workflows. This includes developing and maintaining research software, supporting data integration, and contributing to reproducible and scalable research practices.
The position also contributes to project delivery across multiple concurrent initiatives, providing technical expertise, documentation, and user support, while promoting best practice in research software engineering.
The Person
The successful candidate will have:
- Demonstrated experience in software development (e.g. Python, R, JavaScript or similar)
- Experience working with research data, digital tools, or computational workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate user needs into technical solutions
- Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders
- An understanding of reproducible research practices, version control, and software sustainability
The ideal candidate is adaptable, user-focused, and motivated to support research impact through technology.
The School/Department
The HASS Digital Research Hub (HDRH) supports digital research across the College of Arts and Social Sciences by providing expertise in research software, data, and digital methods. The Hub works collaboratively with researchers to deliver innovative, sustainable and impactful digital research projects.
The College/Division
The College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) is a leading centre for research and education in the humanities, creative arts, and social sciences. The College is committed to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and supporting innovative research that addresses complex global challenges.
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