Chair of the Human Research Ethics Committee

Chair of the Human Research Ethics Committee
Fixed-term, part-time appointment (.2 FTE)
Research Focused Academic Level D - $154,069 – $168,544 pa 
Plus 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave (Salary and leave allowances pro-rata at 20%)
Casuarina Campus

Oversee the conduct of the Human Research Ethics Committee at Charles Darwin University. 

About the Position
As the Chair of the Human Research Ethics Committee, you will be responsible or the overall conduct of the Charles Darwin University Human Research Ethics Committee (CDU-HREC). The position works closely with the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation (DVCRI) and the Office for Research and Innovation (ORI) to provide professional leadership to the committee members and encourage best practice in the reviewing of project applications with a human research ethics component. 

The Chair will be expected to attend all CDU-HREC meetings either in person or virtually. The Chair may conduct some work remotely such as liaison with Committee members, finalising actions as delegated by the HREC, and advice sessions and discussions with researchers as required. The Chair also completes Executive Review and approval of applications that involve negligible ethical risk in conjunction with the Deputy Chair and/or nominated members of the HREC.

The role also works closely with the Research Ethics and Integrity Officer to coordinate the meeting agenda, lead a suite of training programs in Human Research Ethics and make recommendations to the VC and President in relation to HREC membership.  

The Chair position is also an ex-officio member of the Charles Darwin Research Committee which meets seven times per annum.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• A PhD level qualification/s in a relevant discipline (or related discipline) including original, innovative, and distinguished contributions to research, scholarship and teaching as demonstrated through sustained and distinguished performance.
• Previous experience as a Chair or Deputy Chair of a relevant Committee.
• Awareness of relevant Codes and expectations in research integrity and the responsibilities of institutions and researchers, including as research integrity matters relate to human research ethics practices. 
• Actively interested in human research ethics and a deep and sound understanding of the principles underpinning ethical research, including knowledge and experience in the application of the National Statement on the Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2023).
• A minimum PhD level qualification/s in a relevant discipline (or related discipline) including original, innovative, and distinguished contributions to research, scholarship and teaching as demonstrated through sustained and distinguished performance.
• Evidence of the skills and knowledge required to master the requirements for sound and effective ethical review. 
• Demonstrated competence and effectiveness in presiding at committees.
• Demonstrated governance knowledge.
• Recognised by peers to have engaging and clear communication skills.
• Experience in time and priority management in consultation with administration staff.
• Understanding and sensitivity regarding respect for and dignity of people, including children, the members of diverse cultural groups and people who may be exposed to disadvantage.

To view the responsibilities of the role, please click on the: Position Profile.

Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at Research Focused Academic Level D. The base salary will be in the range of $154,069 – $168,544 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $180,260 - $197,196 per annum (pro rata), including 17% superannuation.

What’s in it for you?
•    An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
•    Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education and research
•    Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
•    An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory 
•    17% superannuation 
•    Up to six weeks of paid annual leave 
•    Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
•    Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
•    Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
•    Free on-campus parking in designated areas 
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Salary Packaging opportunities

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Deputy Vice-Chancellor Steve Rogers on 08 8946 6890 or email steve.rogers@cdu.edu.au

Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment to support applicants and employees with disability. CDU’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure can be found at https://policies.cdu.edu.au/view-current.php?id=191&version=1. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact the People Services Team on 08 8946 7154 or email peopleservices@cdu.edu.au.

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We’re about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected University in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students, and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

 
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.  

Applications Close: Sunday 19th May 2024