Animal Ethics and Biological Safety Manager

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an Animal Ethics and Biological Safety Manager to join our Research and Ethics team at our Office of Research Strategy and Integrity (ORSI). You will be responsible for providing high-quality support and advice to the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) and Biological Safety Committee (BSC). This includes, but is not limited to, providing expert advice on university-specific governance policies, processes and systems; coordinating AEC and BSC membership updates; assisting with reviewing and pre-screening AEC and BSC research ethics applications and amendments; ensuring the timely preparation of meeting agendas and minutes; contributing to and maintaining oversight and management of the AEC and BSC ethics and regulatory advisory education materials and manuals; preparing and maintaining relevant regulatory reports and information as required by institutional policies or legislation; and ensuring compliance for AEC and BSC with all regulatory responsibilities. You will be working closely with the Animal Welfare Officer and the Biological Safety Officer under the Head of Research Ethics.

About the Research Ethics Team

The Research Ethics Team supports the application and approval processes for research ethics applications for the University of Auckland Human Participants Ethics Committee (UAHPEC), Auckland Health Research Ethics Committee (AHREC), Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) and Biological Safety Committee (BSC).  The Ethics Team undertakes regulatory reporting and compliance functions, and reports to institutional and external regulatory bodies.  Supporting good decision-making of the ethics committees is a key responsibility of the Ethics Team, and the role requires the ability to provide high-level, expert advisory and support.

For more detailed information, please refer to the position description. 

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, on a permanent contract. The salary banding for this role is H. Please contact the hiring manager for more details.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will hold a Postgraduate qualification in animal welfare, animal ethics, veterinary
medicine, biological sciences, or other related field.

You will need to have had 4-5 years’ experience in a research, regulatory assurance, animal ethics or
biological safety environment. Experience in the design of research projects involving animals and
development of animal ethics applications is essential as is experience with teaching and training.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 26/04/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Dr Dana Wensley, Head of Research Ethics - [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz