The University of Southampton would like to a appoint member of the public, to become a lay member of the Faculty of Humanities Ethics Committee.
It is desirable that candidates have some experience in a similar role and some understanding of aims and methods of research characteristic of Humanities disciplines. Selection will be decided following review of candidates’ CV and an interview. It is also desirable that candidates have access to a computer and they are familiar with the use of email and the internet.
- Potential lay members need to be independent of the University for at least 3 years;
- the term of appointment will normally be for two years (commencing October 2013);
- members are expected to attend meetings (usually in the daytime) at the University for 1-2 hours approximately 5 times a year;
- lay members receive a modest honorarium, and are reimbursed for reasonable expenses for their attendance at ethics committee meetings and training events.
In the first instance interested parties should forward their CV by email to: [email protected] or by post to:
Dr Martina Prude, Head of Research Governance, 4055/37, University of Southampton, Highfield, SO17 1BJ
Informal enquiries are also welcome by telephone on 023 8059 5058