Project Officer, Research Ethics And Governance (Identified Role)

Project Officer, Research Ethics and Governance (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified role) - The Kirby Institute

• Employment Type: Full time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: 2-year Fixed Term contract
• Remuneration:  $96,960 - $103,434 (based on experience) FTE + 17% Super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid working, work from home and from UNSW Sydney campus)

The Project Officer is an Identified role, as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander. This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

About The Kirby Institute:

The Kirby Institute is a world-leading health research institute at UNSW Sydney. We work to eliminate infectious diseases, globally. Our specialisation is in developing health solutions for the most at-risk communities. Putting communities at the heart of our research, we develop tests, treatments, cures and prevention strategies that have the greatest chance of success.

Why Your Role Matters:

As the Project Officer, Research Ethics and Governance, you will play a key role in supporting research projects as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research projects.

You will contribute to the coordination and establishment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Reference groups across project teams, development of guiding principles for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and management of Research Ethics submissions and approvals. The position will also provide administrative support to senior program staff. 

This role will work across three programs: Surveillance and Evaluation Research Program, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research Program, and Immunovirology and Pathogenesis Program.

The position reports to the Project Manager and has no direct reports.

Who You Are:

• Demonstrated experience in project management in Aboriginal health, or postgraduate qualifications in public health, or equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training, volunteering and/or experience related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, public health, or primary health care settings.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, ideally with organisations with alignment to the program (i.e. peak Aboriginal and Torres Strait representative bodies, Aboriginal Medical Services/Aboriginal Controlled Health Organisations etc).
• Demonstrated experience managing and providing secretariat support for large internal and external meetings.
• Excellent organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also take initiative and work independently to manage competing demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in particular) for word processing, handling spreadsheets and preparation of presentations.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​.
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before 20th February 2024 at 11:55pm. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch (for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed):

Emily Phillips: Project Manager

E: *********@kirby.unsw.edu.au

This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.  UNSW has obtained an exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to designate and recruit professional and academic positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons only, to fulfil UNSW’s goal of a representative workforce rate.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. 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.