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Benefits

  • Flexible working options considered.
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
  • 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
  • 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
  • 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
  • Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Senior Officer (Clinical Trials & Human Ethics)

Job no: 522885
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Research support

  • Support ethical governance and reporting across researchers, HREC, and internal teams.
  • Ensure compliant, well‑managed clinical trial processes aligned with GCP and University policy.
  • Full-time appointment on a 6 months fixed term, with possibility of extension.
  • Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Office of Research provides professional and expert support services to facilitate research excellence and knowledge transfer at the University. It is also at the forefront in executing the University’s research strategy. 

The Research Ethics and Integrity team in the Research Operations office is responsible for ensuring that the University upholds the highest ethical standards in conducting research that involves animals, human research, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

About the opportunity 

  • Provide operational support to the Human Research Ethics Committee as required.
  • Coordinate administrative support for clinical trials to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and University policy.
  • Work under broad direction while ensuring processes meet regulatory and ethical requirements.

About you

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in human science or demonstrated equivalent competency.
  • Current certified training in Good Clinical Practice.
  • Substantial and extensive relevant senior administrative experience at an appropriate level.
  • Excellent knowledge and expertise in regulatory codes and legislation relating to the ethical conduct of research involving human participants.
  • Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance, will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  PD - Senior Officer (Clinical Trials & Human Ethics) (522885).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Natalie Giles at natalie.giles@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 26 March 2026

 

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Applications close: W. Australia Standard Time

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