Senior Administration Officer - Research

• Play a vital role in advancing ethical health research
• Join a collaborative and high-performing Research Office team
• Develop expertise in research governance, ethics and compliance

Manage research governance processes that support high-quality health research. Build strong stakeholder relationships and deliver expert administrative support in a fast-paced research environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 6

Remuneration: $83,554.58 - $85,530.06 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

Join the Research Office within the Research and Education Network, supporting the ethical and compliant delivery of research across the Local Health District. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that improves health outcomes while working alongside dedicated researchers, clinicians and governance professionals.

Our team is committed to excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment where your expertise and initiative will be valued.

• Work within a respected and growing research environment
• Collaborate with researchers, clinicians and executive stakeholders
• Be part of a team that supports innovation and evidence-based healthcare
• Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to research that makes a real difference to communities

What You'll Be Doing

As Senior Administration Officer - Research, you will provide high-level administrative support across research ethics and governance functions, ensuring research activities comply with legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements.

You will play a key role in supporting researchers and committees, managing research submissions, maintaining accurate records and contributing to the efficient operation of the Research Office.

• Coordinate and process research ethics and governance submissions, amendments and reporting requirements within established timeframes
• Provide expert advice and support to researchers, including assistance with research application systems such as REGIS
• Maintain research databases, financial records, reports, correspondence and administrative systems with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Support the operation of research governance committees and assist with the preparation of regulatory and organisational reporting requirements
• Build effective relationships with researchers, stakeholders and committee members to facilitate successful research outcomes

Join us and make a difference

At NSW Health, your work contributes to better health outcomes for our communities. We value collaboration, innovation and continuous learning, and we're committed to helping our people thrive.

Apply today and bring your administration, governance and stakeholder

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 working as a high-level administration officer with proven strong secretarial/administrative and time management skills.
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills (including minute taking and composition of correspondence).
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated learning agility, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• 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: REQ672442

Applications Close: 24 June 2026

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• For inquiries about the role, contact Kellie Hansen on ***email_hidden***.

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/

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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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