Senior Coordinator, Research Ethics and Biosafety

• 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 of Ethics & Biosafety legislative requirements & be proactive in the promotion of research integrity across the University

About the position

The Senior Coordinator, Research Ethics and Biosafety will provide expert advice and guidance in Animal Ethics and relevant research policy and legislation to key research stakeholders including the University’s Animal Ethics and La Trobe Institutional Biosafety Committees and senior management. They will have thorough knowledge and experience of the relevant legislation and guidelines around the use of animals in research, including relevant genetically modified organism, biosafety and biosecurity requirements. They will also have a broader knowledge of other areas of ethics and biosafety and be pro-active in the promotion of research integrity across the University.

Working within the Ethics, Integrity and Biosafety Team the incumbent will provide a seamless and holistic service for key research stakeholders. This includes; in addition to work on animal ethics, contribution of knowledge and experience for the human research ethics and biosafety areas as well as working with three Ethics Advisors to best support the Team and the administrative needs of the Animal Ethics and Institutional Biosafety Committees.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Ethics, Integrity and Biosafety some of your duties will include:

• Responsibility for providing executive-level advice and, in conjunction with the Animal Ethics Committee, implementing University-wide policy changes on relevant animal ethics policy and guidelines.
• Reporting to and advising the Animal Ethics and La Trobe Institutional Biosafety Committees and the first point of contact for Chairs and Members of the Committees.
• Responsibility for the development, documentation and implementation of clear processes and procedures for decision-making and the management of project applications over the whole life cycle. This includes following up Animal Ethics or Institutional Biosafety Committee decisions, providing policy advice, conducting investigations (under the guidance of the AEC and IBC Chairs) and working on the development and implementation of Information Technology Solutions for application and data review and management.
• Responsibility for efficient and effective administration of the Animal Ethics Committee and Institutional Biosafety Committee including recruiting new members and streamlining systems and processes.
• Responsibility for oversight of governance, compliance and policy advice in Animal Ethics.

Skills & Experience

• A postgraduate degree, research experience and at least 5 years animal ethics and integrity experience, preferably with biosafety knowledge and experience and/or equivalent animal ethics, biosafety and research integrity experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation and regulatory requirements for animal research ethics and integrity and experience in liaising with internal and external agencies in regard to reporting, monitoring and auditing requirements.
• Demonstrated experience of developing and implementing policy and procedures in animal ethics and research integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to manage consultative relationships with key research stakeholders in relevant areas.
• Experience with investigating and reporting breaches of responsible research conduct and adverse event reporting and follow-up.
• Ability to develop training materials and coordinate and deliver effective training to relevant areas.
• Proven ability to work in a team where knowledge and experience is shared across areas of expertise.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

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Benefits

• 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

How to apply

Closing date: Tuesday 27th June, 2023 @ 11:55pm

Position Enquiries: Sue Cameron-Codognotto, Acting Senior Manager Ethics, Integrity and Biosafety, Email: [email protected] , Phone: 0408 115 266

Recruitment Enquiries:  Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Email [email protected] , Phone 03 9479 5191

Position Description below:

PD-Senior Coordinator Research Ethics and Biosafety.pdf

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• A Cover letter;
• An up-to-date resume and;
• Response to Key Selection Criteria located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. 

Why La Trobe:

• 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 future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.