Professor Leon Sterling the Director for eResearch
About eResearch
In July 2007, the University appointed Professor Leon Sterling the Director for eResearch responsible for developing a strategy for eResearch at the University of Melbourne . The directorship is located within Information Services with dual reporting lines to the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor Research and Information Services.
Professor Sterling will provide leadership and strategic advice on international, national and state e-research developments. He is working closely with the newly formed eScholarship Research Centre, taking responsibility for the development of the University's e-research strategy and the development of successful consulting and research bids to assist in building the University's capability in e-research. Collaboration across the University and with key external partners will be critical to the success of these initiatives.
The University has committed to be a leader in eResearch and is currently developing its eResearch strategy.