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Austin Health is strengthening its research governance system to create predictable, transparent and audit-ready processes that support safe, ethical and high-impact research. As part of this uplift, we are seeking a highly organised and reliable Research Ethics Operations Officer to ensure smooth, accurate and compliant operation of the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and the broader ethics and governance service. The Research Ethics Operations Officer plays a critical role in maintaining the institutional foundations of research ethics and governance at Austin Health. This position ensures HREC meetings run to a high standard, governance records are complete and compliant, and operational processes support clarity, defensibility and institutional accountability.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare accurate, timely and error-free HREC agendas, papers and minutes
Maintain complete, compliant and audit-ready governance documentation
Coordinate HREC member onboarding, renewals and training requirements
Provide frontline enquiry triage
Manage committee workflows and documentation to support decision-making
Ensure documentation and processes meet legislative, regulatory and institutional requirements
Support continuous improvement of templates, workflows and digital systems
Requirements:
Exposure to research governance, ethics processes and complex regulatory environments
Organised and detail-oriented professional
Thrives in environments where precision matters, standards are clear and processes must be followed consistently
Communicates professionally
Manages deadlines with discipline
Brings steadiness to busy cycles and complex operational requirements
Values integrity, reliability and clarity
Understands that excellent governance relies on predictable, high-quality operational support
What we offer:
Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation
A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options