Principal Coordinator, Research Ethics

Description:

• Research Ethics and Integrity

• Full-time, permanent position

• Base salary will be in the range $109,496 - $109,496+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

Are you passionate about upholding ethical research standards and ensuring the responsible care and use of animals in scientific research? Join us as a Coordinator, Research Ethics (Animal) and play a pivotal role in supporting the University’s commitment to world-class research integrity.

In this key position, you will provide expert guidance and administrative leadership to the University’s Animal Ethics Committees (AECs), ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and ethical best practices. You’ll work closely with researchers, committee members, and regulatory bodies, offering critical advice on ethical approvals, governance, and compliance processes.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong administrative expertise, governance knowledge, and a deep understanding of animal ethics in research. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a keen eye for regulatory compliance, and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethical research, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team.

Key responsibilities will include :

• Provide administrative leadership and support to the University’s Animal Ethics Committees (AECs), ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.

• Advise researchers, committee members, and stakeholders on animal ethics processes, policy interpretation, and governance frameworks.

• Oversee the review and processing of animal ethics applications, amendments, and reports, ensuring timely and accurate approvals.

• Coordinate reporting and regulatory liaison activities to uphold the University’s commitments to ethical research and compliance.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

• A degree in a relevant field with at least four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong administrative and management background, preferably within a university or research organisation.

• Knowledge of governance and regulatory frameworks for animal ethics in research and teaching in Australia.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret policy in complex regulatory environments.

• Experience in providing secretariat support to committees and coordinating compliance-driven processes.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

Work Rights:

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Jennie Levitt | Senior Manager, Animal Ethics at j.levitt@research.uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section

• Resume

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 28th March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48845). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of the 31st of March 2025.