We are seeking a highly organised and personable Departmental Research Ethics Committee Coordinator to support the development of a departmental research ethics framework. The role involves research, stakeholder engagement, information collation, and supporting the preparation of proposals for governance approval.
The position is set to commence ASAP and will be part time 15 hours per week for an initial duration of 4 weeks with a pay rate of £16.92 per hour + holiday pay
Key Duties:
- Assist in gathering, compiling and analysing information on how Research Ethics Committees operate across departments
- Act as a key point of contact between the Faculty and central ethics committees
- Liaise with departments to gather information on their ethics processes via meetings, email and discussions
- Collate, organise and present findings in a structured and accessible format
- Support the development of a proposal outlining the Faculty’s Research Ethics Committee framework
- Engage with academic stakeholders, responding to queries and providing information on proposed arrangements
- Assist in drafting reports and documentation for submission to senior committees
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to the project
Selection Criteria:
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage and analyse complex information
- Experience drafting or contributing to formal reports or documentation
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities
- Experience in research administration, governance or policy work (desirable)
- Understanding of research ethics processes (desirable)
Vacancy ID: 22413
Please be aware that all candidates need to be able to start work immediately and must be able to work on site if required to do so.
Further information can about the Temporary Staffing Service can be found on our website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/temporary-staffing-service