About the Institute
Located on the lands of the Bidiagal Clan of the Dharawal Nation (Randwick, NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. Emphasising a devoted focus to into suicide prevention, digital mental health, a workplace mental health, we undertake a unique ‘translational’ research approach that allows us to turn our world-class findings into new treatments, prevention strategies, clinical services, educational programs, and e-health products. We join the dots by connecting research answers, expert knowledge, and the voices of lived experience to deliver solutions that impact and boost the health care system for patients and practitioners alike. Our work is used to drive evidence informed change across the rapidly expanding mental health sector and sets the foundations for a brighter and healthier future for all.
Benefits
- Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (choose your days, consistent team collaboration days where possible)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
- Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
- We in the Innovate stage of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), actively embedding reconciliation into our workplace culture.
- Pet friendly workplace
- Leave benefits including public holiday swap, gifted annual leave, and wellbeing leave
- Employee discounts and gym membership benefits
The Role
This is a key leadership role within Research Development & Support, responsible for shaping and overseeing research governance, integrity, and compliance across the Institute. You’ll work closely with research teams, leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure our governance frameworks are robust, efficient, and aligned with best practice while also enabling research excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead governance strategy and systems
- Oversee and continuously improve research governance frameworks, policies, and processes
- Embed best practice, quality improvement, and risk management across research operations
- Support implementation of systems and tools that streamline governance activities
Manage research approvals and compliance
- Coordinate governance review and approval of research studies and amendments
- Maintain accurate records, reporting, and tracking of research activity
- Provide insights and reporting to leadership on research performance and compliance
Champion research integrity
- Support the end-to-end management of research integrity processes and investigations
- Ensure alignment with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research
- Maintain confidential, compliant records and support institutional reporting obligations
Support and enable researchers
- Provide expert advice on governance, ethics, and regulatory requirements
- Deliver training, resources, and guidance to research teams
- Support post-award processes to help studies establish successfully
Manage contracts and stakeholder relationships
- Oversee research contract processes in partnership with legal and governance teams
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g. HRECs, collaborators)
- Represent the Institute in forums and committees where appropriate
Selection Criteria
- Experience in research governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance (health, university, or research institute settings)
- Strong understanding of research integrity frameworks and GCP
- People leadership or team management experience
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, systems, and stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgement
- Experience with research systems (e.g. REDCap) and Microsoft 365 tools
Inclusion at BDI
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience where all candidates can fully participate in the process.
We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally and racially diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others from underrepresented backgrounds.
We recognise that not everyone has had equal access to opportunities, and valuable skills and perspectives can be gained through diverse life experiences.
If this role excites you but you don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply as your lived experience and insights are important to us.
Accessibility
If you have accessibility requirements or require information in an alternative format, please email workplaceadjustments@blackdog.org.au or phone.
Privacy
We respect your privacy and confidentiality. We only provide information to other staff where it is needed to arrange workplace adjustments.
How to Apply
To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the link to our careers site on ELMO and submit your most up to date resume and a detailed cover letter addressing the selection criteria for the role. f you are shortlisted for the role, we will call you and let you know you are successful. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details.
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