Human Research Ethics Committee
Freelance / independent contractor
Core
Independent community representative reviewing research proposals to ensure ethical conduct and participant protection.
Role type
Independent community representative (Lay Member)
Builds
Ethical review of research involving human participants
Domain
Higher Education / Research Ethics
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Independent judgement, community representation, risk assessment, confidentiality, plain language understanding
Preferred skills
Strong communication, ability to engage in committee discussions, commitment to integrity
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Review more-than-low-risk research proposals, assess potential impact on participants, manage complaints and adverse events, provide education and guidance, report annually to governance bodies, maintain decision records
Seniority
Independent volunteer / Honorarium recipient