Research Ethics Administrative Officer

Job No: GC201901
Location: Darlinghurst, NSW

The Garvan Institute of Medical Research (Garvan) is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes, with over 600 scientists, students and support staff.  Our scientists are researchers who work towards making significant breakthroughs in scientific discovery to positively impact human health. 

Our research support teams are no different. Like our scientists, we only recruit the best talent in areas of Research Ethics, Compliance and Governance, Legal, Business Development and Innovation, Grants Administration, Technology Services, Finance and Human Resources. Our support teams are experts in their field and are driven by the dynamic culture, innovation and cutting-edge research that Garvan offers.

The Opportunity

We currently have an opportunity for a Research Ethics Administrative Officer to join our Research Ethics, Compliance and Governance office (RECG). Reporting to the Executive Officer of RECG, the Administrative Officer will provide administrative support to assist with the smooth operation of the RECG office and Garvan/St Vincent’s Animal Ethics Committee (AEC). AEC is the committee established by the Garvan Board of Directors for reviewing and overseeing ethical, welfare and compliance aspects of animal usage in research and teaching at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, St Vincent’s Hospital, The Kinghorn Cancer Centre and the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.

The position is offered full-time on a 1-year fixed term in the first instance, with the possibility of conversion to permanent employment for the right candidate.

About You

You will have the following key skills and experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in biological, medical or allied health sciences
  • Previous administration and clerical experience gained in an office environment
  • Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
  • Some experience in intranet maintenance
  • Experience in meeting minutes taking and reporting
  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Basic knowledge of scientific/medical terminology would be advantageous
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • A mature, reliable and professional approach
  • Ability and motivation to develop new skills and to implement new administrative techniques
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Problem solving abilities
  • Strong commitment to quality and excellent attention to detail
  • Good time management skills and capable of prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the Garvan Careers site via the link below. Applications from other sites/channels will unfortunately not be considered.

http://garvan.applynow.net.au/jobs/GC201901

Your application should include: 

  • A cover letter
  • Your resume including at least 2 referees
  • Copies of relevant qualifications / academic transcripts

Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.

Closing Date

The position will remain open until filled. As we will be reviewing applications as they are received, we encourage you to submit yours as soon as possible.

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