Human Ethics Officer

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:

- 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 on procedural matters, ethics forms, National Statement guidelines, training opportunities, and considerations for managing researcher options.
- Generate correspondence as required by the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research.
- Maintain the Human Research Ethics website.
- 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
- 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.

Applicants should refer to the

Position Description

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

Contact Us

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

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