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University Animal Ethics Committee - Community Member

University of Tasmania
Hobart Full-day Full-time

Description:

Job no: 500978
Work type: Casual, Part time
Location: Statewide (all locations in Tasmania), Hobart, Launceston, Burnie, Sydney, Melbourne
Categories: Project Management & Support, Legal & Compliance, Strategy, Community & Engagement, Farming, Animals and Conservation

University Animal Ethics Committee – Community Member

The University is seeking expressions of interest from Community members to fill multiple vacant positions on our Animal Ethics Committee (AEC).

The committee ensures quality and integrity by reviewing a wide range of human research ethics proposals submitted not only internally but from external organisations across the state. The Community Member position is an essential position, contributing to the oversight and management of ethical considerations in research projects.

AEC Community member is defined in the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes | NHMRC (The Code) as a Category D member – a person not employed by or otherwise associated with the institution and who has never been involved in the use of animals in scientific or teaching activities, either in their employment or beyond their undergraduate education. Category D members should be viewed by the wider community as bringing a completely independent view to the AEC, and must not fit the requirements of any other category .

This position presents a valuable opportunity for someone to make a meaningful impact. Members are required to attend 1-2 meetings per month of approximately 2 hours duration, plus allocate some time for preparation (reading and reviewing applications). Meetings are held via Zoom and members external to the University can choose to receive a small stipend for each meeting attended.

How to Apply:

  • To apply online, please provide your CV and brief cover letter outlining your interest in joining our committee
  • If you have any questions or need further information about the position or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Cynthia Awruch, Manager Research Ethics Unit, Cynthia.Awruch@utas.edu.au
  • Please refer to the attached Position Description and University of Tasmania Animal Ethics Committee Terms of Reference document below for full details

500978 - University Animal Ethics Committee – Community Member.pdf

University of Tasmania Animal Ethics Committee Terms of Reference.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 27 April 2025, 11.55pm. Please note applications will be reviewed as they are submitted.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised: 28 Mar 2025 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Apr 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

31 Mar 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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