Principal Human Research Ethics Coordinator

• Human Ethics

• Full-time, permanent position

• Base salary will be in the range $100,554 - $109,496 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) 

• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

Join one of Australia’s leading research institutions and take a pivotal role in promoting the highest standards of ethical research. As the Principal Human Research Ethics Coordinator at The University of Queensland, you will lead complex ethics review processes, provide expert guidance to researchers, and ensure alignment with national and international ethics standards.
 

This high-impact role combines administrative leadership with strategic oversight, offering opportunities to improve processes, contribute to training, and support ethical, life-changing research. If you’re passionate about research integrity and thrive in a collaborative, high-responsibility environment, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.
 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Lead the coordination and review of human research ethics applications, ensuring alignment with relevant guidelines and legislation.

• Provide high-level advice and support to researchers and ethics committees on ethical research design and compliance.

• Manage the operations of Human Research Ethics Committees, including agendas, minutes, approvals, and communications.

• Contribute to ethics education and training initiatives across the University and support continuous process improvement.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.  

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions 

• 17.5% annual leave loading 

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• UQ Study for Staff 

• On campus childcare options 

• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

• Salary packaging options 

• Proven experience in research ethics, regulatory compliance, or a complex governance environment

• Strong knowledge of national human research ethics guidelines and the ability to interpret and apply them

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to a range of stakeholders

• Demonstrated experience supporting high-level committees, including agenda preparation and minute-taking

• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities

• Confident delivering training or contributing to professional development activities in a university or similar setting

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.
 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Trish Murray at trish.murray@uq.edu.au  
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au  , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:  

• Resume 

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section 

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au . 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications close Sunday 29th June 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52413). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 3 July.