Description Permanent/continuing full time appointment (2x Positions) Level 6/7: $ 92,681- $114,764 17% superannuation About the University UOW is a leading Australian University with a history of outstanding achievement in teaching, learning and research output across a truly global footprint. UOW attracts students from over 130 countries and is committed to providing our diverse student body with an engaging world-class and internationally oriented learning experience. With international campuses in Dubai, Hong-Kong, India and Malaysia, and a range of metropolitan and regional campuses in Australia including Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, the South Coast, southern and south-western Sydney, and Sydney CBD, UOW is committed to delivering benefit for all of our communities. About the Division The Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) leads UOW’s research strategy, driving excellence, integrity, and innovation across the University. Within this portfolio, the School of Graduate Research and Research Culture provides end-to-end support for Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates and serves as the central hub for research ethics, integrity, and compliance. The School ensures the consistent application of ethical and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of responsible research conduct that underpins UOW’s global reputation for research quality and credibility. About the Opportunity As the Ethics Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting UOW’s Human and Animal Research Ethics Committees and promoting a culture of ethical research practice across the University. You will provide high-level administrative and advisory support to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and national standards. This includes preparing committee documentation, interpreting and applying ethical frameworks, maintaining records and databases, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders. You will also coordinate training and awareness activities, support researchers in preparing ethics applications, and contribute to clinical trial governance processes. Working collaboratively with academic, technical, and external partners, you’ll help ensure that UOW’s research is conducted responsibly, ethically, and in accordance with best practice. What You’ll Bring Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative and committee support. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Capacity to interpret complex information and provide accurate, strategic advice. Experience or understanding of research ethics, governance, or regulatory compliance. Tertiary qualifications or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in a research, higher education, or regulatory environment is desirable. Position Description How to Apply To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining how your skills and experience align with the selection criteria in the position description. For further information about this role, please contact EJ Park, P&C Business Partner , at epark@uow.edu.au . Closing Date: Friday 24 October 2025, 12:00pm Note: Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply. The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.
