Senior Coordinator Research Governance and OperationsJob No.:567274Work type:Continuing
- Full Time, Continuing / located at La Trobe University's Bundoora Campus
- Generous package, including 17% Superannuation and a range of employee benefits
- Demonstrate superior knowledge conducting compliance audits and risk-based monitoring of research projects
- Drive a program of continual improvement in research ethics, integrity, biosafety and biosecurity Governance and Operations in consultation with academic and professional stakeholders across the University to strengthen research culture.
- In collaboration with key stakeholders, implement and administer the Research Governance Framework and develop governance pathways and processes to support compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice.
- Maintain strong working relationships and provide high-level strategic support and advice on Research Governance to schools/divisions/departments requiring integration of a range of university policies and external requirements, to address significant challenges or unresolved issues, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisation structures.
- Conduct research project audits including root cause analysis of issues, make recommendations, oversee corrective actions and reporting and improve practices.
- Contribute to regular reporting and governance processes.
- Continually adapt to the changing research landscape by developing strategic and creative solutions to emerging issues in Governance and Operations that promotes a dynamic research culture of excellence.
- A relevant tertiary qualification and experience in a relevant field such as tertiary education management, Research Governance and ethics, compliance, or health, medical or clinical research.
- In-depth knowledge of research methodologies and relevant requirements for conducting research (e.g. Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research, ICH Guideline for Good Clinical Practice, best practice standards such as the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework, Therapeutics Goods Act 1989 and the Gene Technology Act).
- Experience in identifying, developing and implementing streamlined processes, procedures and workflows within a policy framework and using creativity, technology and innovative methodologies to maximise efficiencies and contribute to strategic planning.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate, motivate, influence and build consultative relationships with key research stakeholders in relevant areas across institutions.
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
- A Cover letter;
- An up-to-date resume and;
- Response to Key Selection Criteria located in the position description.
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you'll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses - the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future