Manager, Research Ethics

• Full time, ongoing position.
• Based in Hobart.
• Contribute to the development of the University’s research strategy.

The Research Ethics Unit is part of the Research and Research Training portfolio. The Unit supports high-quality research by helping researchers to place ethics at the heart of the research process.

The Opportunity

The Manager Research Ethics leads the Research Ethics Unit and is directly responsible for the strategic development and operational management of the institution’s research ethics framework.

Key Accountabilities:

• Leads the University’s strategic and operational framework for research ethics.
• Develop a Research Ethics team with specialist knowledge and skills necessary to provide expert advice.
• Engage, influence and inform researchers and College Leadership on the positive uptake of research ethics.
• Lead the Research Ethics Unit and champion a team culture that supports and nurtures colleagues.
• Ensure the efficient operations of the University’s Ethics Committees including relationship and recruitment management of Ethics Committee members.
• Lead the development and oversee the management of systems, processes and support services.
• Lead the development and implementation of information resources, education and training programs for Ethics Committees and researchers.
• Maintain strong collaborative relationship with College and School leaders, Committee Chairs and external stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.

Your Application

To be successful in the role, your application will need to demonstrate;

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
• Significant knowledge and understanding of the principles and conduct of ethical research within the National Statement the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes and Commonwealth and State legislation relating to human and animal welfare.
• Understanding of the principals of compliance assurance and risk management.
• Extensive high-level experience in leading a team with a focus of high-performance, professional service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Experience in maintaining senior relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience in developing, reviewing, and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Proven negotiation, influencing and strong analytical skills, with creative problem-solving abilities including well developed judgment, initiative, and decision-making skills.

Remuneration

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 10 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $142,996 comprising base salary of $120,412 to $122,219 plus 17% superannuation.

COVID-19 Update:

The University of Tasmania recognises that this is critical for the workforce at the University to protect the safety of our workforce and vulnerable Tasmanians.

Applicants for this role must be prepared to provide evidence of Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume;
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role;
  • Your responses to the success criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Nigel Blundell, Executive Director, Research Operations, (03) 6226 1760.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.

Applications close Monday, 25 April 2022, 11.55pm