Human Research Ethics Officer
Support world-class health and medical research
Join a collaborative Research Ethics & Governance team
Located at Westmead Hospital precinct
Help drive ethical, compliant and impactful research. Manage research ethics processes, support investigators and contribute to excellence in clinical research governance.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813.00 - $116,824.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Westmead Hospital is one of Australia's leading tertiary referral and teaching hospitals, renowned for delivering innovative healthcare, research and education. As part of the Research Ethics and Governance Office (REGO), you will play a vital role in supporting high-quality research that improves patient outcomes and advances healthcare across New South Wales.
Working alongside experienced research governance and ethics professionals, you will contribute to a collaborative, values-driven environment that supports continuous learning, innovation and professional growth.
In this role, you'll enjoy:
Working at the centre of a thriving health and medical research community
Collaborating with researchers, clinicians, sponsors and regulatory stakeholders
Exposure to diverse clinical trials and human research projects
Opportunities to develop expertise in research ethics, governance and compliance
Being part of a supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary team
What you'll be doing
As the Human Research Ethics Officer, you will support the Research Ethics and Governance Office Manager and Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) Executive Officer in coordinating the ethical review and governance processes for research conducted across the district.
You will provide expert administrative and operational support while ensuring compliance with national ethical standards, legislative requirements and NSW Health policies.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinating the administrative activities of the HREC, HREC Sub-Committee, Executive Committee and Scientific Advisory Committee, including agendas, minutes and correspondence
Providing advice and guidance to researchers regarding ethics and governance submissions, regulatory requirements and approval processes
Reviewing research applications and supporting ethics and governance workflows, including amendments, annual reports and safety reporting
Managing records and systems including REGIS, databases, research reports and governance documentation
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, policy development and stakeholder education in research ethics and governance
Join us
Be part of an organisation where your expertise contributes to research that transforms lives. Bring your passion for research governance, stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance to a team dedicated to advancing healthcare through ethical and responsible research.
Apply today and help shape the future of health research while building a rewarding career with NSW Health.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Extensive experience as an executive assistant/personal assistant with proven strong administrative and time management skills.
Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills (including negotiation, minute taking, report writing, and composition of correspondence).
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Demonstrated learning agility and analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working. relationships including those with senior management and other key internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated high level capacity to use office computing applications including REGIS, word processing, spreadsheets and data bases.
Requisition ID: REQ672449
Applications Close: 1 July 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Kellie Hansen on [email protected].
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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