Research Ethics Officer
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up until 14 October 2025Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1Remuneration: 81581 - 108532 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging) Hours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ518058
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia.We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
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An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
What you'll be doing
The Research Ethics Officer's primary role is to assist in the management of the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and its sub-committees, and to facilitate communication with stakeholders regarding the requirements for, and outcomes of, research ethics applications.This position is one of a number of support positions within the Research Office.All staff in the Research Office is expected to work flexibly to achieve urgent priorities as required, under the direction of the Executive Officer, Research Ethics (EO).Relationships
REO reports to the EO to ensure ethical compliance and safe conduct of research within the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network.REO works closely with the EO, Chair and members of the relevant HREC Committees to ensure that each runs smoothly and meets the needs of staff and students, and relevant statutory obligations.
REO is responsible for quality improvement of the ethical review and approval process in conjunction with EO and Associate Director, Research Operations.
REO is supported by the Research Ethics Administrative Assistant.
Completion of appropriate tertiary level qualifications (Certificate IV or above) in health or social sciences; or, substantial experience providing administrative support in a highly regulated environment, such as esearch ethics.High level administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise a high volume workload and meet tight deadlines.
Proven high level oral, written and interpersonal communication skills including experience liaising with people from a variety of backgrounds and at all levels of an organisation.
Sound understanding of, or capacity to understand legislation, codes and guidelines relevant to research ethics; in particular, the NHMRC National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research and Good Clinical Practice.
Demonstrated high level decision making, project management, analytical and problem solving skills.
Demonstrated experience in the preparation of agendas and taking minutes, as well as preparing high level reports and discussion papers to a variety of audiences.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience in using a wide variety of software applications and web-based programs; for example, Microsoft Office and TRIM.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network.Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards.SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care.Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.
Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Caitlin Braude on Caitlin.Braude@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 26/09/2024