Senior Coordinator Human Research Ethics
Senior Coordinator Human Research Ethics
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Job Description
Senior Coordinator Human Research Ethics
Job No.:569538
Work type:Continuing
- Full time Continuing Opportunity
- Based at La Trobe Universitys Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
- Higher Education Officer (HEO) 8
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference
About the position
You will be responsible for the management and effective delivery of human research ethics services and support across La Trobe University. This includes developing implementing and reviewing of research ethics and related policies and procedures managing internal and external reporting and reviews and ensuring the provision of excellent research ethics advice services and support to La Trobe Universitys human research ethics review bodies and the La Trobe research community.
You will work closely with the Manager Research Ethics in leading managing and developing members of the team to provide credible and reliable expert advice to the La Trobe research community and senior management.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position you will have
- A postgraduate degree or progress towards postgraduate qualifications with a minimum of 5 years experience in managing human research ethics administration preferably in the Higher Education Sector.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation policies and guidelines and the ability to quickly provide clear and consistent advice and support to researchers and the human research ethics review bodies on the ethical conduct of research and regulatory obligations.
- Considerable experience in the interpretation and application of the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders to achieve stated outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to form a detailed knowledge of academic and administrative policies and the interrelationships between a range of policies and activities.
- Demonstrated management and leadership skills with capability to manage and lead staff to foster a cohesive and effective team and managing workflows.
- Knowledge of best practice in providing customer service and working in a customer service environment.
- Extensive experience in managing ethics committees including appointments terms of reference and operating procedures in an academic or other relevant environment.
- Ability to develop training materials and coordinate and deliver effective training to stakeholders relevant to human research ethics across multiple academic areas.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to manage consultative relationships with key research stakeholders in relevant areas.
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employer contributed superannuation How to apply Closing date: By 11:55pm Monday 20 October 2025 Position Enquiries: Mary Duffy Manager Research Ethics Email: Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment Team Email: Please refer to the Position Description for other duties skills and experience required for this position. PD-Senior Coordinator Human Research Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position. Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents: Please scroll down to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Why La Trobe: La Trobes Cultural Qualities:
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
