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Vacancies for Chairs of Research Ethics Sub-Committees

Seeking four members of academic staff to Chair the new research ethics sub-committees as part of our new research ethics governance framework & infrastructure.


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Published on 23 Jun 2021 Last updated on 29 Oct 2025

At Bath we are committed to the highest standards in research ethics and academic integrity. To manage research ethics associated with projects with a high potential to do harm four new research sub-committees of the Academic Ethics and Integrity Committee (AEIC) will be established to consider research applications with a focus on:

  • data & digital science
  • biomedical sciences
  • social sciences, &
  • externally reviewed (research requiring partner review and sponsorship from the University).

These new sub-committees will be multidisciplinary and will operate University-wide. Chairs of the new sub-committees will also be members of the new AEIC.

We value, promote and celebrate inclusion, and truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our whole community. All appointments will be made on merit of skill and experience relative to the role.

These are important leadership positions at the University of Bath, and a rare opportunity for a pan-University role supporting best research practice. Training and support will be provided.

If you would like to be considered for one of these important University positions, please submit:

  1. a brief (approximately 1 side of A4) expression of interest
  2. an up-to-date CV
  3. an email of support from your Head of Department

Your submission should outline why you are interested in the role and any relevant experience. Please state your preferred sub-committee.

Please submit your expression of interest toLaura Andrews, Committee Officer, by 12pm on Friday 2nd July 2021.

Should you have any queries or would like to discuss these roles further, please contact Professor Christopher Eccleston, Chair of the AEIC.

Deadline for applications: Friday, 2nd July 2021

Interviews: Friday 16th July 2021 on Teams

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