22 February 2024
The two faces of ethics creep in research ethics review
Purpose
To empower leaders in Higher Education with the knowledge and skills to apply the values and principles of the duty of care in ethical decision-making processes and to consider the consequences of ethics review processes on all stakeholders who may be affected by these decisions. The event aims to facilitate critical discussions about the different lenses ethics reviewers, researchers, students and ethics administrators apply in research ethics decision making processes and the importance of cultivating the sensitivity to ethical issues to enhance the integrity of research conducted at institutions. Participants will reflect on actionable strategies to avoid the erosion of ethical standards in research and reduce the bias and conflict of interest that can potentially undermine the credibility of research. The facilitator will use a blend of theoretical insights, case studies and interactive examples to illustrate the importance of the careful exploration of different facets of ethical issues and openness to the different perspectives of various stakeholders to enhance the quality of ethical decision-making processes at institutions.
Who should attend
The event is particularly meaningful for senior and middle managers across both public and private higher education institutions. It is designed to engage a broad spectrum of leadership roles, including Research Directors, Chairs of Ethics Committees, Faculty members serving on ethics committees or leaders responsible for research quality assurance in departments, faculties, as well as policy makers, advisors and institutional planners in their respective institutions. This masterclass aims to equip these leaders with the insights and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of research ethics standards and regulatory processes maintaining the values and principles of research integrity while simultaneously fostering innovative research.