Ethics Advisor

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

An opportunity has arisen at the University of Auckland for a Research Ethics Advisor in the Ethics & Integrity Team to support two human participant ethics committees as well as researchers in preparing and submitting their ethics applications. A primary focus of this role is to provide timely, accurate advice to applicants, either directly from queries, or as part of outreach and training, to meet the aim of raising the first time approval rates of ethics applications.

In this role, you will be responsible for building strong work relationships with faculty, the Committee Chairs and Committee members, and with external agencies (such as Health and Disability Ethics Committees (HDECs) and the Health Research Council Ethics Committee (HRCEC) to ensure there is a high level of support and advice from the Ethics team.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, on a permanent contract. The salary range for this role is $68,600 - $84,700 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be effective in this role you should be a team player with strong interpersonal skills. You will have a talent for working in an environment where regulatory compliance is key to success – with the ability to bring others on the journey with you. You will need to demonstrate strong advisory skills, and the ability to help others navigate the ethics application process.

You should possess:

• the ability to think logically, and advise in situations of ethical ambiguity
• demonstrate strong decision-making expertise and judgment
• excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• the ability to multitask in a high volume, deadline-driven environmental background and tertiary qualification in law, bioethics, or a relevant discipline

If you are confident, results-focused and can work independently, we would love to hear from you.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 27/09/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Dr Dana Wensley, Head of Research Ethics  - [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.