Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 1 August 2027
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 5
Remuneration: 79171.07 - 80966.53 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ676449
Location: Network
Applications Close: Midnight on 20 July 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Caitlin Braude on
[email protected]
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
The Research Ethics and Governance Support Officer's primary role is to provide administration support and assistance to the broad range of operations of the Research Ethics and Research Governance Offices; and to facilitate communication with stakeholders regarding the requirements for, and outcomes of, research ethics and governance applications.
This position is one of a number of support positions within the Research Office. The Research Ethics and Governance Support Officer will work with other Research Office staff to ensure the smooth and efficient running of all administrative services and research facilities. All staff in the Research Office are expected to work flexibly to achieve urgent priorities as required.The Research Office provides support to researchers across the Network based at both Westmead and Randwick.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
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Experience providing senior administrative support in a highly regulated environment, such as research or corporate governance.
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High level administrative support and organisational skills, including demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in an environment of competing demands.
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Proven high level oral, written and interpersonal communication skills including experience liaising with people from a variety of backgrounds.
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Demonstrated ability to manage high levels of workload and prioritise competing work demands whilst ensuring attention to detail.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Demonstrated knowledge or understanding of the health and medical research environment.
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Demonstrated experience in a wide variety of electronic document management systems and web-based programs; for example, TRIM, Microsoft Excel, Access.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
[email protected]
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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