Human Research Ethics Committee Chairperson

About the work unit / facility

Clinical Governance Directorate / Corporate Services / Townsville University Hospital

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. 

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $87.92 to $94.84 p.h. (HSO.01 - HSO.03)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
• Flexible working arrangements may be available in the role

About your opportunity

The primary role of the Chairperson is to direct the functions of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) including chairing the monthly meetings, reviewing multidisciplinary research study documentation and advising on ethical matters concerned with research of critical clinical importance across diverse population groups and/or services.

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

• Townsville HHS values the enhanced knowledge, skills and work performance which can result from tertiary education. Whilst not mandatory, relevant qualifications together with an extensive background in the following areas would be desirable:
  • Ethics, law, human research ethics, research,
  • Experience in chairing human research ethics and/or nationally accredited committee/s,
  • Strong understanding of the clinical environment, with experience in complex interdependent systems, 
  • Familiarity with the regulation of health information privacy in Australia and Queensland.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:

Marina Daly on (07) 4433 0077.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV682394

Applications close: Sunday, 31 May 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.