Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 17 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job purpose:
The Research Ethics Officer ensures that all research activities conducted at Mulungushi University adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and institutional policies. The role involves overseeing ethical reviews, promoting compliance, and providing guidance to researchers on best practices in research ethics.

Qualifications and experience required:
i. Must have a Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five (05) Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics
ii. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following from a reputable and accredited University with at least a Credit: Law, Philosophies and Ethics, Ethics and Human Research Protection, Policy Analysis, Research Administration, Business Administration, or Entrepreneurship
iii. Must have a Master’s degree in any of the following from a reputable and accredited University : Research Administration, Law, Ethics and Human Research Protection, or Policy Analysis
iv. Possession of a PhD or specialized training in research ethics is an added advantage
v. Must have at least two (2) years of experience in research ethics administration, preferably in an academic or research institution
vi. Must have in-depth knowledge of national and international research ethics regulations and guidelines, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other requirements pertinent to the profession
vii. Must have functional computer literacy skills
viii. Must have strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
ix. Must have proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
Candidates meeting the stated requirements are requested to submit their applications in hard copy, attaching the following:-
1. Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
2. An updated Curriculum Vitae that must provide full personal particulars including full name, date of birth, qualifications, employment history and experience, date of availability, mobile contact number, e-mail address, name and address of three traceable referees, two of whom should be professionally acquainted with the candidate and one character referee.
• NOTE: PLEASE, ENSURE THAT YOUR CERTIFICATES ARE VALIDATED BY THE ZAMBIA QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (ZAQA) BY THE TIME YOU ATTEND INTERVIEWS.
• Applications must be addressed to:
• The Registrar
Mulungushi University
P O Box 80415
KABWE
• Closing date for receipt of applications is 7th March 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. It is also necessary to inform would-be interviewees that the University will not pay or refund transport costs to and from Kabwe.
• To apply for this job please visit www.mu.ac.zm. 

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