• Job no: 0047453
• Location: Parkville
• Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
• Department: Office for Research Ethics and Integrity (OREI) - Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)
• Salary: UOM 6 – $92,749 – $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super
• Support and advise researchers on animal ethics
• Contribute to science by making your mark on animal ethics in Australia
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role

Melbourne's commitment to ethical research shines through its innovative Ethics Shared Service, streamlining animal ethics submissions for researchers. You'll join a dedicated team, skillfully navigating complex policies and regulations to provide expert guidance.

Beyond administrative support, you'll shape the future by developing resources and training programs, ensuring ethical animal research practices evolve. This role offers both career-diversifying exposure and the profound opportunity to contribute to science by leading the way in animal ethics. Join us, and be part of a team achieving remarkable things. Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage & Serve: Efficiently run an Animal Ethics Committee and support others as needed.
• Expert Guidance: Provide high-level advice to committee members and liaise with researchers, students, and staff.
• Clear Communication: Bridge the gap between researchers and committees, resolving information exchange issues.
• Ethical Expertise: Offer expert advice on animal research regulations, procedures, and ethical considerations.

Who we are looking for

Are you a team player with a passion for animal ethics? You should also be a great communicator who can break down complicated ideas and make sure everyone's on the same page.

Staying organised and meeting deadlines, even when things get hectic, will be a breeze for you. Plus, you'll have the judgment and sense to handle sensitive issues with care.

Come join us and make a real difference!

You will also have:

• A degree, preferably in the sciences, with subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in administrative fields; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Knowledge of the principles and conduct of ethical research, external regulatory frameworks (i.e. Victorian Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 (POCTA Act), Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes 8th edition 2013).
• Experience and demonstrated achievement in committee servicing and support.
• Ability to prepare and deliver training material and information sessions to people from a range of backgrounds.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.

This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – “Office for Research Ethics and Integrity (OREI) - Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)”

This role is located in the Office of Research Ethics & Integrity (OREI), a business area within Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC). OREI provides expert advice, guidance and training to facilitate the ethical and responsible conduct of research. We partner with academic divisions and Chancellery to support seven key areas of governance and oversight: research integrity, human research ethics, animal ethics, gene technology, bio-risk management, animal welfare and export controls.

Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is the central facilitator of research funding in the University, taking advantage of the full diversity of research funding opportunities.

What we offer you!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!

The University of Melbourne

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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected], with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please click "Apply Now" and apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Susan via email at [email protected], using the subject line: 0047453 / Research Ethics Officer - Animal Ethics enquiry via EthicalJobs ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

A position description is attached.