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• Associate Professor A or Professor
  
• Office of the Provost
  
• Part Time (0.4 FTE), Fixed Term for 2 years
• Position Reference No: 100738710

Join Australia’s number one University for student experience*, and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free car parking
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Staff Wellbeing Program
• Study Assistance for Staff and Dependents
• Up to 18 weeks of parental leave#
• Corporate discounts with financial institutions and health providers
• Onsite Medical Centre
• Onsite Sports Centre including pool#

About the Position

Reporting to the Provost, the role of Chair of the Bond University Human Research Ethics Committee (BUHREC) is responsible for the overall conduct of BUHREC in accordance with the Terms of Reference and the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2023). The position provides professional leadership to Committee members and encourages best practice. The role oversees and delivers training and support to academics and Faculty-based Research Ethics Advisors.

The Chair BUHREC provides support and advice to the Provost regarding research misconduct complaints and enquiries. The Chair is also an ex-officio member of the Bond University Research Committee which meets six times per annum.

The role works closely with Faculties and the Office of Research Services to deliver high quality, timely outcomes.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Chairing nine Committee meetings per year
• Reviewing low/negligible risk applications outside Committee
• Reviewing amendments and prior approval outside Committee
• Developing and delivering training to Committee members and the broader academic community
• Satisfying reporting and compliance obligations
• Supporting the Office of the Provost with advice related to research misconduct inquiries

About the Person

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience as a Chair or Deputy Chair of a relevant Committee.
• Demonstrated governance knowledge and experience working on a Committee.
• Awareness of relevant Codes and expectations in research integrity and the responsibilities of institutions and researchers, including as research integrity matters relate to human research ethics practices.
• Manage complex ethical issues and provide considered advice in a changing environment to support the growth and development of research.
• Experience in the conduct of ethical complaints and/or mediation.
• Ability to embed ethics awareness and compliance and continues improvement in processes.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, including high level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Salary details

The salary for the 0.4 FTE position will be commensurate with skills and experience depending on the level of appointment. The salary for an Associate Professor A commences at $67,823.45 (full-time equivalent $169,558.64) and the salary for a Professor at $79,146.74 (full-time equivalent $197,866.85) plus 11% superannuation per annum.

Further information

Initial enquires can be directed to Mr Andrew Calder, Director of Research Services on 07 5595 4162 or via email on [email protected]

How to Apply for this Position

For further details regarding this appointment please reference the position description and selection criteria at Jobs at Bond | Bond University.

Applications will be submitted online via the Careers at Bond University candidate portal. Please follow the 'How to apply' instructions provided. All candidates will be required to register prior to submitting an application.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

#Eligibility criteria or membership fees apply

*Good Universities Guide 2006-2022

A position description is attached.