Last Date: 07-Jan-2024.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Research Ethics Liaison Officer to join Office of Research Ethics and Integrity, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.
The Research Ethics Liaison Officer is part of the Research Ethics Advisory Team in the Office of Research Ethics and Integrity, and provides high level support working alongside the Research Ethics Coordinator (Human) and assisting with human and animal research ethics and applications. This position reports to the Research Ethics Coordinator (Human) for supervision, workload management and for career planning.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
Real world impact
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a ‘real world’ focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
About the area
The Research Portfolio provides high quality support and training and conducts compliance and reporting across a range of obligations at an organisational level in an environment of dynamic growth in cross institutional collaborations. Office of Research Ethics and Integrity (OREI) supports researchers by providing education, guidance, process and advice for research ethics, biosafety and responsible research practices to embed a high quality research culture at the University.
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of a degree with subsequent relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret policies and procedures relating to the research regulatory environment in order to provide clear and consistent advice and training to clients.
- Demonstrated digital literacy skills including the ability to use the Microsoft Office suite.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively with clients and colleagues whilst maintaining confidentiality in all matters.
- Evidence of well-developed written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to draft, proof and edit a range of written material including reports, submissions, memoranda and correspondence
Life at QUTWe’re committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Leave loading of 17.5%.
- Purchased Leave Scheme – up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
- We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
- Explore more benefits of life at QUT.
Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.
We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength – see our commitment. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.
Reference number: 231158
Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
Remuneration: $105,466 to $114,196 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $89,120 to $96,497 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
Job opens: 07-Dec-2023
Applications Close: 07-Jan-2024 at 11.30pm
Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.
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