About The Team

The Research and Innovation Office supports the operations of all research activities at Murdoch University. This role will sit in the Research Ethics and Integrity (REI) team, who foster a culture of responsible research conduct as part of Murdoch University's commitment to research excellence. We enable best practices and compliance with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research 2018 by providing:

• Advice to staff and research students on human and animal research ethics applications.
• Administrative support to Murdoch University's Research Ethics and Animal Ethics Committees.
• Information and education programs that raise awareness on issues of research ethics and integrity.

Your New Role!

The primary objective of this role is to provide high-quality administrative and compliance support to the Human Ethics Committees and Research Ethics & Integrity team.

Your key responsibilities will include -

• Organising Human Ethics Committee meetings, preparing agendas, attend and minute meetings, and coordinate follow-up actions if necessary.
• Provide advice to researchers on the requirements for completing human ethics applications, including information about the National Statement and other relevant codes and policies.
• Provide advice on procedural matters, ethics forms, National Statement guidelines, training opportunities, and considerations for managing researcher options.
• Liaise with the Chair on the progress on applications and monitor any outstanding issues or conditions.
• Generate correspondence as required by the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research.
• Maintain the Human Research Ethics website.
• Manage, maintain, and update, as required, the various ethics application forms in the electronic system (IRMA) for the management of Human Ethics.
• Generate and collate reports on research projects, annual reports, and annual statistics in line with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure records are maintained in accordance with applicable standards, relevant Acts, regulations, statutes, legal demands and ethical standards as set by the University, state and federal legislation.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $87,000 - $94,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Related degree with subsequent relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• High level administrative skills including experience in Committee servicing.
• Ability to maintain formal records in compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage confidential issues in a sensitive manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of staff.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Excellent skills in organising and planning work schedules and priorities in order to meet multiple deadlines.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Alasdair Macdonald, Director Research and Innovation and quote JR103924 as the reference.

Applications Close on 15/06/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.