Reseach Officer

Research Officer (12-Month Parental Leave Cover)

Bellberry is an award-winning independent, national not for profit company that supports the Australian health research community through the provision of human research ethics committees (HRECs). Our mission is to promote and improve the welfare of human research participants and the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of research in Australia. Our expert committees provide streamlined scientific and ethical reviews of human research projects across the country. We return our profits to the medical research sector.

Recognised as the 2025 national winner of the Championing Health in the Telstra Best of Business Awards, Bellberry is an independent company providing ethical and scientific oversight for about 40% of Australia's clinical trials.

Bellberry is seeking a forward thinking and detail-oriented Research Officer to join our Strategic Projects team on a 12-month parental leave contract. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to initiatives that shape the future of research ethics and innovation in Australia.

As Research Officer, you will play a key role in identifying, designing, and delivering strategic initiatives that enhance the excellence of scientific and ethical review. You will contribute to the development of new products and services, support project administration, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct research activities including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop high-quality deliverables such as white papers, literature reviews, toolkits, and presentations.
• Support grant applications and briefing papers for executive and board-level audiences.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with ethical and governance standards.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

At Bellberry, we value integrity, collaboration, and innovation. You will be part of a purpose-driven organisation that supports flexible working arrangements, encourages professional growth, and celebrates diverse perspectives.

If you're excited by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful research and work with a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now Join the Bellberry Team - Bellberry Limited to view the full Job Description.

Click "APPLY" to submit our cover letter and resume no later than Friday 17 October To find out more please call Nicola Westdyk,

We look forward to welcoming you to our team