Project Officer – Data Access and Governance

Role type: Fixed term for 2 years, 0.6 FTE

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences

Department / School: Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Newborn Health

Salary: UoM 5, $85,238 - $97,906 p.a. (Pro Rata) plus 17% super

• Support cutting edge pregnancy research/ Collaborate with renowned scientists and clinicians/ Enhance maternal and neonatal health.

• Apply now to drive impactful research projects in a leading perinatal unit and advance your career in academic project management.

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As an Academic Project Officer at Mercy Perinatal, you'll play a vital role in supporting the operational and governance functions of a dynamic research team. You will have the opportunity to coordinate data access applications, manage ethics submissions, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements, all while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. This position offers you the chance to contribute significantly to innovative research projects aimed at improving pregnancy diagnostics and therapeutics.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support Project Coordination: Interface with the University, Hospital, and research collaborators to achieve academic objectives.
• Manage Applications and Compliance: Prepare and submit applications for data access and research ethics, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Facilitate Governance Processes: Act as secretary for the governance committee, supporting meetings and follow-up actions.
• Provide Administrative Support: Handle document management, correspondence, and compliance records, and coordinate corporate services activities.

You may be a great fit if:

You will have exceptional organisational and communication skills, experience in project coordination, and a keen attention to detail, enabling you to manage competing deadlines effectively in a dynamic research environment.

You may also:

• Possess excellent written communication and document preparation skills.
• Have strong organisational and project coordination abilities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of research ethics and data governance frameworks.
• Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of learning in-house database systems.
• Have experience with PowerPoint and Canva for creating figures in grant applications.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health

The University Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health is responsible for teaching Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatal Paediatrics, to MD medical students. Currently, each year approximately 330 medical students spend 6 weeks (across 6 rotations) attached to the Department during the third year of their medical course. In addition, there are graduate research students pursuing full-time or part-time research through the Department. These include Honours, Master of Biomedical Sciences and Doctor of Philosophy students. In Quarter 1 of 2024, there were approximately 38 graduate research students enrolled in the Department undertaking their PhD, including 4 under examination.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr- . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

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Working at the University – what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

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Applications close: 22nd October at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

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