Research Ethics Administrator

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.”

Oxford Brookes University has a core strategy of increasing the amount of research that it undertakes and increasing the exchange of knowledge with users and beneficiaries. The University has a very successful track record of research and knowledge exchange involving participants from a wide range of populations. including education, refugee studies and migration, health and social care.

Following a full review of the Research Ethics Application Process, this new role was created to respond to the increasing number of applications for ethical approval and support the University Research Ethics team to provide guidance and assistance to University Researchers. This post will have three major functions:

• To support the University Research Ethics & Integrity Officer, including occasional deputising at Committee meetings
• To provide administrative support for the University ethics process
• To advise and support staff and students with the University Ethics Application Process.

This is a permanent, part time 0.5 FTE post.

You will be part of the Team whose responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative support to the University Research Ethics & Integrity Officer and the University’s research ethics process, including giving help to research staff and students.
• Supporting the ethics process including registering applications, updating the ethics database, updating research ethics system (currently Converis), compiling relevant committee papers.
• Assisting with the organisation and provision of training and the administration of training.
• Maintaining of University Research Ethics external and internal websites.
• Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date understanding of University ethical guidance.

As the Research Ethics Administrator you should have:

• Demonstrable experience of working in university administration
• An interest in research ethics issues and a willingness to develop knowledge and understanding in this area
• Experience of working with the Microsoft suite of programmes
• Strong appreciation of the requirements of confidentiality and discretion
• An understanding of centralised database management systems

This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system, and will be dependent on the candidate meeting criteria to rely on tradeable points.

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year).

We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

 As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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