Ethics and Governance Officer - Research Ethics and Governance Office

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 9 Months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency
Classification: Administrative Services Officer Level 4 (PN 60772)
Salary: $84,901 - $91,501 (Plus 12% Super)
Location: Canberra Hospital, Garran
Section: Research Ethics and Governance Office
Closing Date: 7th August 2025

The Research Ethics and Governance Office (REGO) is responsible for research governance processes and management of the ACT Health Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) and its sub-committees, including secretariat support.

This position will provide administrative support to the REGO by performing a wide range of functions, including records management, finance tasks, database maintenance and being a key point of contact for REGO stakeholders. It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate attention to detail, be familiar with the legislative and policy requirements of digital record keeping and management and have an understanding of the confidentiality requirements of the office.

Please note appointment may be based on written application and referee report only.

To Apply:

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Leah Medcraft-Smith at Leah.Medcraft-Smith@act.gov.au.

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