Research Systems and Data

UTS Excellence in Research Support

Developing robust systems and data management for improved performance

Future state

Research systems have high level of system support with a dedicated ITU team
Research data are well curated, robust, analysed and accessible to the research community
Seamless data integration between each of the research systems
We use our research data to give us a competitive advantage through informed decision making
UTS staff are digitally and data literate and routinely use data insights to make strategic decisions
Research data management is valued as a fundamental component of research excellence

Example activities

Research Application Model—develop business case to establish new management model for research IT systems
Research systems roadmap—develop long term plan for Research Master and other major research systems
Data governance framework—develop improved framework and policy around data management

Achievements to date

Launched enhancements to MyResearcher Dashboard
Established Research Systems Board to ensure a joined-up approach to systems management
Preparation for launch of Research Master major system release (version 7) with new functionality and user interface
Embedding data management practices and enhancements to STASH system
Created Data Analyst and API Developer positions in the Research Office