Research Integrity and Ethics Officer

• Diverse activities and the opportunity to be mentored by a talented and experienced team!
• Full time Fixed term role until 23rd January 2025
• Base Salary $95,860 to $103,341 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Research Integrity Team provides training and support for researchers at the University of Sydney. They are committed to working with researchers to assist them to conduct their studies in accordance with the relevant legislation, codes and guidelines as well as building a culture of responsible research.

As a Research Integrity and Ethics Officer, you will provide operational support to the Research Integrity and Ethics teams. You will play a key role in coordinating, supporting, implementing and delivering key initiatives for the group in order to meet agreed milestones and deliverables.

Reporting to the Research Integrity Manager, your key responsibilities will be to:

• work within a tight-knit team, reporting to the Research Integrity Manger
• undertake specific projects including collecting and documenting information; collecting and analysing data, summarising issues and developing and describing solutions
• organise presentations and training sessions for students, staff and committee members
• prepare reports, letters, terms of reference and other communications relating to administration
• initiate and prepare agendas, minutes, reports and execute committee decisions
• participate in the development, administration and presentation of training programs, materials and tools
• handle general enquiries relating to Research Integrity and Ethics administration.

About you

If you're someone who enjoys providing high quality administrative support and working with like-minded individuals, you will thrive in this opportunity.

• 2-3 years' experience working within a research or research administration environment
• excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and succinctly
• experience with supporting committees including committee processes and operations
• demonstrable experience in preparing and presenting material to a variety of stakeholders
• ability to attend and support meetings scheduled to fit with academic staff availabilities.

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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