Coordinator Biosecurity & Radiation Research

Sydney - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 27 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Why your role matters

Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
Permanent full-time role (35 hours week)
$113926-$123302 (depending on exp.) 17% superannuation annual leave loading

The Research Ethics & Compliance Support (RECS) team coordinates committees and processes for research involving humans animals gene technology radiation safety and research export controls and provides advice on legislative and other requirements in these areas. Committees include the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and its Human Research Ethics Advisory Panels (HREAPs) the Animal Care & Ethics Committees (ACECs) the Gene Technology Research Committee (GTRC) and the Radiation Safety Committee (RSC). RECS also coordinates other research compliance areas such as the use of Schedule 8 and 9 substances drone use and biosecurity and leads the development of the policy environment for research ethics and compliance at the university.

Reporting to the Manager Research Ethics & Compliance manage operations of the Gene Technology Research and the Radiation Safety Committees; providing high-quality support including minute taking ensuring compliance with the relevant legislation and applications for research projects are of a high standard. Youll also work closely with the Universitys Biosafety Coordinator and Radiation Safety Officer to maintain research compliance and lead the accreditation and renewal processes for Approved Arrangements.

The Organisation

UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. Its the reason were Australias number one university for impact and among the nations Top 20 employers. And its why we come to campus each day.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

Flexible/Hybrid working
Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Progressive HR practices
Discounts and entitlements
Affordable on-campus parking

Who you are

You have a relevant tertiary qualification and or experience in an academic research environment and can demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Process Improvement: Experience in managing and improving business processes and regulatory compliance in higher education/research sectors.
Analytical Skills: High-level analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing research applications.
Stakeholder Interaction: Ability to interact with stakeholders and provide expert advice on research compliance.
Legislation Knowledge: High-level knowledge and interpretation skills of research compliance legislation.
Secretariat Support: Ability to provide secretariat support to committees and manage staff in a paperless environment.
Digital Skills: Skills in designing and maintaining websites and online training courses.
Strategic Advice: Ability to provide strategic advice on legislation policies and procedures in research management.
Commitment to UNSW Values: Understanding and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values.
Health & Safety: Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to relevant training.

To Apply: If supporting world-class research is of interest to you please submit your CV and Cover Letter via the APPLY button.

Contact: Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant E:

Applications close: 11:55pm Sunday 26th October 2025

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Required Experience:

Why your role mattersHybrid/Flexible working arrangementsPermanent full-time role (35 hours week)$113926-$123302 (depending on exp.) 17% superannuation annual leave loadingThe Research Ethics & Compliance Support (RECS) team coordinates committees and processes for research involving humans animal...