About the role

The Ethics & Governance officer is responsible for the governance of all research activity within the HHS. The role leads, supports, coordinates and managers the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service (WMHHS) Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) in accordance with organisational goals, National Health and Medical Research Council Guidelines and all relevant legislation to human research. The Ethics & Governance Officer will have an understanding of legal, ethical and financial issues associated with human research projects.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience in the management of research governance, compliance, monitoring and integrity functions within a large complex organisation.
• Knowledge and familiarity of the Queensland, National and International health and medical research environment.
• High level of written and conversational communication with research leaders, professional academics and clinical researchers.
• Experience and understanding across a range of legislative and regulatory requirements and guidelines related to research governance.
• Knowledge of the administration and functioning of an ethics committee will be highly regarded.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16(PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus ) 

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.