Research Ethics Lead

$118,037 (pro rated) + super + salary packaging options of up to $15,900 for living expenses (under RACGP’s health promotion charity status)
Part-time (0.8 FTE), permanent opportunity
Flexible location with WFH options available
About the role
As our Research Ethics Lead, you’ll lead the end-to-end operation and governance of RACGP’s National Research and Evaluation Ethics Committee (NREEC). Reporting to the Research Program Manager and working closely with the NREEC Chair, you’ll provide expert ethics advice, oversee compliance and support ethical research across general practice.
As our Research Ethics Lead, you'll also:
Manage NREEC meetings, ethics applications, reporting and records
Provide expert advice on human research ethics and compliance
Oversee complaints, breaches, non-compliance and complex ethics matters
Lead quality improvement, audits, policies and governance processes
Skills and experience
Relevant tertiary qualification in health, research, law, ethics or related field
Experience managing human research ethics processes and HREC operations
Strong knowledge of research ethics, compliance, governance and quality systems
Excellent analytical, communication, committee and stakeholder management skills
Benefits of working with us
Maximise your pay – Salary package up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses, plus additional options for meals, entertainment and novated leases, with 17.5% annual leave loading
Extra paid leave – Cultural, ceremonial, gender transition and volunteer leave
Work–life balance – Flexible hybrid work opportunities nationwide
Career development – A commitment to your career development, with a clear Capability Framework to guide your progression, and a contemporary professional development program to build your skills.
Join a leader – Be part of Australia’s largest specialist medical college
About The RACGP
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) represents GPs across Australia. For over 60 years, we’ve supported the health system by setting education and practice standards, advocating for GP wellbeing and leading professional development. We deliver training through community-based models, including the Australian General Practice Training Program, to equip GPs for whole-person care.
How To Apply
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Visit our careers page for details on the recruitment process and to view the position description. Applications will be reviewed as they’re received and may close early if the right candidate is found.
Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Applications close: 11:59PM, Friday 23 October 2026
We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please mention it in your application.
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The RACGP acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways in which we work and live. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.

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