Regulatory Compliance Lead, Animal Care and Use

Location: Parkville

Role type: Full time, Continuing

Department: Research, Innovation and Commercialisation ; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UoM 8 - $122,736 - $132,847 per annum plus 17% super

• Lead critical compliance program / Influence a positive compliance culture / Develop expertise in regulatory environment

• Apply now to shape animal care standards and drive ethical research practices across a leading university

• 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 the Regulatory Compliance Lead (Animal Care and Use), you'll spearhead the University of Melbourne's compliance program for animal care and use. You'll lead a team responsible for auditing, monitoring, and reporting on adherence to crucial legislation and ethical standards. This role offers you the chance to significantly impact animal welfare practices, develop deep expertise in a complex regulatory environment, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the university.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Compliance Auditing and Reporting: Manage a team to conduct ongoing audits, monitoring, and reporting on operational compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice.

• Oversee Inspection and Review Programs: Ensure delivery of annual scientific premises inspections and coordinate the university's quadrennial Independent External Review.

• Provide Expert Advice: Identify issues, analyze risks, and advise senior management on complex matters related to animal care and use regulatory compliance.

• Build Stakeholder Relationships: Develop and maintain strong connections across the Animal Care and Use Program to influence and support compliance with regulations.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in regulatory compliance, particularly in animal care and use, possessing excellent leadership skills and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships in a university setting.

You may also:

• Have extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, including the POCTA Act and Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.

• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address compliance issues.

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing diverse stakeholders.

• Have experience in managing and developing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Be adept at project management, particularly in coordinating large-scale reviews and audits.

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 – Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)

Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and innovation mission working closely with our academic and professional colleagues, industry partners, funding, and government agencies.

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 – 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected] . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

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.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected] .

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