Research Governance Officer

Sa Health; South Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A South Australian health service organization is seeking a Research Governance Officer responsible for coordinating research governance activities within the ambulance service. The role entails advising stakeholders, ensuring compliance with research policies, and conducting regular monitoring of research projects. Ideal candidates will possess qualifications in health or research and have a strong understanding of governance procedures. This is a full-time position based in South Australia, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Wellness support programs

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Experience with research governance and compliance.
• Strong understanding of policies and guidelines.
• Ability to conduct audits and monitor projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research governance activities and liaise with stakeholders.
• Ensure governance procedures are followed for research projects.
• Monitor and audit research projects for compliance.
• Manage research management systems and maintain records.
• Participate in quality management and service improvement activities.

Skills

Research governance knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualifications in health or research

Job description

Salary

ASO5 / $85, - $95, p.a. Full Time / Term Contract (Up to 12 months) EASTWOOD

About Us

SA Ambulance Service (SAAS) is South Australia's provider of emergency ambulance transport, clinical care, and patient transport services.

Our Vision

An innovative, patient focused, technology enabled, evidence driven, emergency response and health care ambulance service; achieved by exceptional people.

Our Mission

Providing emergency response and health care ambulance services within South Australia, designed and development around patient and community needs, enabling timely and equitable access for our patients to the most appropriate point of care.

Our Purpose

To ensure South Australia thrives by enabling access to emergency and non-emergency ambulance health care and alternative patient pathways while contributing to our state's emergency preparedness and health response capability.

Our Values

• PATIENT FOCUSED : We will put our patients and the safe and quality care we provide them first; in everything we do.
• TEAMWORK : We will work across SAAS, our health system, our partners, stakeholders and the community to achieve our goals.
• INTEGRITY AND HONESTY : We accept and uphold the standards and expectations of our organisation and communities.
• RESPECT AND COURTESY : We will always be respectful and courteous toward our patients, each other, and all those we work with.
• COMMUNITY COLLABORATION : We value our role in the community, and we value the communities we serve.
• CHANGE READY : We know our communities' needs will evolve and we must adapt to meet them.
• AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP : We will support leadership development for our people at every level.

Research Governance Officer

The Research Governance Officer is responsible to the Chief Medical Advisor for the efficient and effective coordination and provisions of services related to research governance matters within the South Australia Ambulance Service (SAAS) in accordance with the SA Health Research Ethics and Governance Policy (Version 4.2, ).

What We Offer

Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Giving back to the people of South Australia!

Play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of our community.

We take care of you!

Access to a range of staff and wellness support programs!

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research governance activities, including advising and liaising with researchers, sponsors, and stakeholders, assessing site authorisation applications, preparing correspondence and maintaining records, managing amendments, collaborating with other research offices, and providing advice on policies and guidelines.

Ensure proper governance procedures are followed, such as obtaining appropriate screening checks, confidentiality agreements, insurance, and indemnification before commencing research projects.

Perform regular monitoring and auditing of research projects, including reviewing annual reports and ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines.

Manage research management systems, databases, filing systems, and website information, including maintaining records, recording financial and contractual agreements, running reports, and developing web-based resources.

Participate in quality management, quality assurance, research integrity, and risk management activities, including reviewing existing practices, contributing to the development of guidelines and processes, and handling research complaints and misconduct issues.

Contribute to ongoing service improvements, such as sourcing accurate data for reporting and quality improvement purposes, establishing and maintaining relevant contact lists, and creating communication strategies.

Application Information

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply for this role.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and / or additional relevant history screening that may be applicable and appropriate Immunisation screening.

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease : Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job Ref

Enquiries to : Natali Gomez, Executive Assistant to the Chief Medical Advisor / Application Closing Date Tuesday, 30 December @ 11 : 55pm Attachments Research Governance Officer - Role Description - V12.pdf