Job no: 0050640
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full time; Continuing
Department/School: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432-$115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Design and enhance quality of animal ethics applications
- Gain a unique insight into leading research practices and collaborate with top researchers
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with expertise in research and ethics to take on the role of Research Ethics Adviser at our University. As the REA, you will have the opportunity to provide expert advice, education and training to researchers to ensure high quality and standards are applied to their animal ethics submissions.
Reporting to the Manger, Animal Ethics, this role offers the chance to be a trusted advisor to researchers and the Animal Ethics Committees, influence decision making at the application planning stage, and support the lifespan of animal teaching and research projects by working closely with other sectors within the office such as Research Ethics Officers and Animal Care and Use Advisors. This role offers a unique insight into leading research practices and the chance to collaborate with researchers, students, and ethics committees to protect and enhance the university's reputation. By providing advice, support, and mentoring, you will contribute to improving the quality control and compliance within the animal ethics framework, working closely with various stakeholders in the Office of Research Ethics and Integrity.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Critically evaluate complex scientific concepts and proposals against established ethical frameworks and legislation to assess the suitability of an application to be submitted to the Animal Ethics Committee.
- Provide constructive feedback to researchers and students to improve application quality prior to review by an Animal Ethics Committee.
- Triage and escalate animal incident reports.
- Provide coaching, training and mentoring to researchers to develop application writing skills, ethics knowledge and a thorough understanding of guidelines, policies and legislation to assist in increased quality of animal ethics submissions.
- Provide assistance to researchers and students in responding to issues identified by the Animal Ethics Committee and facilitate communication between their Academics Divisions and the Committee.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an individual who demonstrates strong organisational skills and the ability to advise, influence, and report to internal stakeholder. You also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be highly analytical, and motivated by the opportunity to work in a dynamic setting while effectively planning, prioritising and managing work.
You will also have:
- A postgraduate degree in a scientific discipline with relevant experience or an equivalent mix of extensive experience, training and specialist knowledge.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting research or teaching using animals.
- Ability to critically evaluate complex scientific concepts and proposals against established ethical frameworks and legislation.
- Demonstrated ability to provide mentorship and guidance to key stakeholders in the interest of developing ethical research and producing high-quality research outcomes.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation
Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities. The Office of Research Ethics and Integrity (OREI) provides expert advice, guidance and training to facilitate the ethical and responsible conduct of research. We partner with Chancellery and Academic Divisions to support multiple key areas of governance and oversight including: research integrity, human and animal research ethics, gene technology, biosecurity and biosafety, animal welfare, export controls, autonomous sanctions, quality assurance and clinical trials.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Position Description
