Research Integrity Officer

• Full time, continuing position

• Exciting opportunity to utilise your knowledge and experience to contribute to a strong research integrity culture

• Base Salary $104,633 - $113,992 (HEO7) + 17% superannuation

About the Area

The Research Integrity Team, within the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Research (DVC-R) portfolio provides ongoing training and support for researchers across the whole University. They are committed to working with researchers to assist them to achieve research excellence in accordance with the relevant legislation, codes, and guidelines as well as Building a culture of responsible research.

About the opportunity

As the Research Integrity Officer, you will provide operational support to the Research Integrity group. You will play a key role in providing administrative and executive support in the management of research related complaints and allegations in accordance with relevant policies.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work with tight-knit team, reporting to the Research Integrity Manager

• provide high level administrative and executive support for the management of research related complaints and allegations of research misconduct

• develop and implement records management and reporting mechanisms for complaints and complaint management, with a focus on process improvement

• develop and maintain systems to ensure all information in relation to research related complaints and allegations are accurately stored

• participate in the development and delivery of training programs, materials, tools and presentations in research integrity and related areas

• develop and maintain professional relationships with the university academic and professional community and with other key internal and external stakeholders

• provide high level support for the efficient and effective functioning of relevant committees, including providing secretarial support.

About you

• undergraduate degree or above in a relevant field and demonstrated medical, scientific and/or legal literacy skills

• demonstrated experience with complaint management in a Higher Education or highly regulated setting

• knowledge of the Australian Code of Conduct for Responsible Research, related policies and an understanding of the regulatory environment governing research integrity

• demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver effective communications to a variety of stakeholder groups, including the preparation of formal reports and letters

• analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrated ability to design and implement reporting mechanisms

• ability to exercise a high level of initiative, tact, and discretion in dealing with highly confidential matters.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

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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Sunday 28 April 2024 11:59 PM