Research Admin Support Officer

DFP are seeking a highly organised and motivated administrative professional to provide research governance, ethics and admin support for one of our State Government clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional customer service, responding to enquiries related to research ethics and governance in a timely and effective manner.
• Support the review, set-up, and maintenance of research ethics and governance applications, including Low/Negligible Risk (LNR) submissions.
• Monitor approved studies and process amendments, liaising with researchers and relevant committees as required.
• Assist with preparation and collation of reports, documents, and meeting materials, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, continuous quality improvement, and the efficient administration of the Research Office.
• Undertake additional administrative tasks and minor projects as required.

Key Challenges:

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for researchers and stakeholders.
• Meeting tight deadlines while managing a range of administrative tasks.
• Using initiative and professional judgement when liaising with multiple stakeholders and addressing discrepancies.
• Supporting process improvements and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in a research and/or ethics office is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and other office systems.
• Experience in administrative support, data management, and maintaining accurate records.
• Understanding of quality improvement principles.
• Knowledge of Human Research Ethics & Governance is highly desirable.

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (e.g., health sciences).
• Experience working in a health environment.
• Knowledge of National Health & Medical Research Council (NHMRC) guidelines and research governance frameworks.

 
If you are interested in fostering your understanding of medical research, health administration and ethics at one of SA’s government research agencies, then please APPLY NOW!
 
Please forward any questions to Megan at madlem@dfp.com.au.

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