Senior Manager, Research Compliance and Ethics

University of Adelaide; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

University of Adelaide is seeking a capable leader to head a high‑performing, multidisciplinary team delivering expert advice on research compliance and ethics. You will support committees such as Institutional Biosafety, Animal Ethics and Human Research Ethics and work with Research Services to promote education and institutional compliance.

The role sits in Adelaide's Research Compliance, Ethics and Integrity group and forms part of the Research and Innovation Portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing high performing multidisciplinary teams in research compliance and ethics.
• Proven ability in research management and administration with a focus on ethics and compliance.
• Comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, standards, guidelines, and codes relating to human and animal ethics, biosafety or biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high performing team of subject matter experts and deliver expert advice to senior staff and stakeholders to enable compliant research activities.
• Oversee specialist support for research compliance and ethics committees (IBC, Animal Ethics, Human Research Ethics).
• Collaborate with Research Services to educate on compliance and ensure institutional adherence within regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Team leadership

Research compliance

Ethics oversight

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

• Based in the Research and Innovation Portfolio in the Adelaide CBD
• Full-time, 13-month fixed term contract
• HEO9 ($135,226 - $144,672) + 17% Superannuation

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Lead and manage a high performing team of subject matter experts and deliver expert advice and support to University senior staff, researchers, regulators, and other stakeholders to enable research activities to be conducted with integrity and in compliance with all applicable regulatory or policy requirements.

The role oversees specialist support for the University’s research compliance and ethics committees (Institutional Biosafety Committee, Animal Ethics Committees, and Human Research Ethics Committees). Working closely with stakeholders in the Research Services and Infrastructure Function, the role supports education on research compliance and ethics and ensures institutional compliance within complex ethical and regulatory frameworks.

The team

This role forms part of the Research Compliance, Ethics and Integrity team within the Research Services and Infrastructure Function and is aligned to the Research and Innovation Portfolio within the University.

Visit the AU website to learn more about Research and Innovation Portfolio

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Experience leading and managing high performing multidisciplinary teams in research compliance, and ethics
• Proven ability in research management and administration, with a focus on research ethics and compliance
• Comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, standards, guidelines, and codes of practice relating to human research ethics, animal ethics, biosafety or biosecurity
• Proven ability to provide high-level interpretation and advice on policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Experience in interpersonal, presentation, communication, and advisory skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively and influence across organisational boundaries

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.