Senior Research Integrity Officer

• Full-time, continuing position

• Exciting opportunity to utilise your knowledge and experience to drive a strong research integrity culture

• Base Salary $117,116 – $132,079 + 17% superannuation 

About the Area

The Research Integrity Team, within the Deputy Vice Chancellor – Research (DVC-R) portfolio provides ongoing training and support for researchers across the whole University. They are committed to working with researchers to assist them to conduct their studies in accordance with the relevant legislation, codes, and guidelines as well as Building a culture of responsible research.

About the opportunity

As the Senior Research Integrity Officer, you will be responsible for providing high-level support for the operations of the Research Integrity Office and championing key initiatives to build a culture of responsible research practice, fostering research excellence across all areas of the university research community.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• work with a dynamic team, reporting to the Research Integrity Manager

• provide high-level support for the operations of the research integrity office, managing research integrity complaints and allegations of research misconduct

• provide strategic support and advice on research integrity issues

• develop and maintain professional relationships with the university academic and professional community and with other key internal and external stakeholders

• provide advice and guidance for researchers about responsible research practice

• develop and implement management and reporting mechanisms for complaints that facilitate, measure, and monitor performance standards and enable process improvement

• champion key initiatives to build a culture of responsible research practice.

About you

• undergraduate degree or above in a relevant field and demonstrated medical, scientific and/or legal literacy skills

• extensive experience with complaint management in a Higher Education or highly regulated setting

• high level analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and proactively address complex issues

• knowledge of the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research, related policies and an understanding of the regulatory environment governing research integrity, or the ability to acquire this knowledge rapidly

• ability to exercise a high level of initiative, tact and discretion in detailing with confidential matters

• strong ability to collaborate and to mentor and support less experienced staff

• experience delivering effective communications to a variety of stakeholder groups, including the preparation of formal reports.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kale Claffey, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Sunday 18 February 2024 11:59 PM