"Human Ethics Team Leader"

• Based in Research and Innovation Portfolio at the City West Campus
• Full-time continuing position
• Salary Range: $114,151 - $128,065 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Join a strong collaborative team

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Lead a high-performing Human Ethics team, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and continuous improvement. You will provide specialist advice to researchers and committees, oversee ethics approval processes, and ensure the effective interpretation and application of relevant legislation, guidelines and University policies.

You will support compliance with legislative and policy requirements, manage risk and liaise with external accrediting agencies on human research ethics. You will also contribute to the development of policies, procedures and training resources as well as prepare reports and documentation for committees and provide high-level support to ethics committees, including coordinating meetings and managing follow-up actions.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description below to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

The human ethics team are an experienced and knowledgeable group within the broader Research Compliance, Ethics and Integrity function, within the Research and Innovation Portfolio. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team who work well together.

Visit the AU website to learn more about Research and Innovation Portfolio.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role will suit a collaborative and values-driven leader who is passionate and experienced in managing the human research ethics lifecycle. You bring a strong commitment to compliance and service excellence and are a proactive problem solver who can build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Leading and building effective and collaborative teams while managing multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Providing specialist advice on human research ethics, codes, legislation, and standards
• Developing, implementing, and improving policies, procedures, and systems for administrative efficiency and service quality
• Handling sensitive and confidential information, exercising appropriate judgement and discretion
• Using standard office software, internet, and database packages, with adaptability to changing IT environments
• Postgraduate qualification with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

Simply click on the Apply Nowbutton and upload:

• your current CV
• a cover letter that tells us why you’re excited about the role

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 29 March 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact(quoting reference number 492745):

Jessica De Lorenzo
Team Lead, Talent Acquisition
+61 8 8302 1700 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

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Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.