Research Ethics Coordinator – Ontario Tech University

Competition #:2392-136

Work Type: Full-Time Permanent

Positions Available: 1

The Research Ethics Coordinator (REC) is responsible for the efficient and effective research ethics review of applications involving human participants to ensure that the study meets the ethical standards outlined in applicable policies, standards, regulations and guidelines governing human research participant protection.  The REC will work closely with the REB Chair, Vice-Chair and Research Ethics Officer to support their decision process, through interpreting national and institutional policies and procedures. The REC shall be an appointed non-voting member of the REB that conducts ethical reviews of minimal risk studies.

Nature of work:                      

The REC is a member of the Office of Research Services (ORS) team within the Office of the Vice President Research and Innovation.  The position reports to the Research Ethics Officer and provides dedicated ethics reviews support to the Research Ethics Board (REB). 

Working in an open office environment during business working hours.  Currently, work conditions are virtual but subject to change.  There may be some travel between campus sites to attend meetings.

Closing date: 8/26/2021

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