RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE MEMBERS X2 (RE-ADVERT) HOURLY RATE: R368 p/h

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY BUSINESS UNIT: CORPORATE SERVICES UNIT POST TITLE: RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE MEMBERS X2 (RE-ADVERT) HOURLY RATE: R368 p/h PERIOD: 12 MONTHS CENTRE: DURBAN, MKRI OFFICE REFERENCE: IC /RECM- 01/2026 CLOSING DATE: 12 SEPTEMBER 2026 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY BUSINESS UNIT: CORPORATE SERVICES UNIT POST TITLE: RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE MEMBERS X2 (RE-ADVERT) HOURLY RATE: R368 p/h PERIOD: 12 MONTHS CENTRE: DURBAN, MKRI OFFICE REFERENCE: IC /RECM- 01/2026 CLOSING DATE: 12 SEPTEMBER 2026 REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate must be in possession of PhD degree in Social Sciences or Public Policy. Must have a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience in conducting and reviewing academic research, Five (5) years’ experience in research ethics committees. A valid driver’s license. An impressive publication record (minimum of 5 peers reviewed journal articles. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: The successful candidate must have: an impressive publication record (minimum of 5 peer-reviewed journal articles) Excellent writing and communication skills. Professionalism. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will be required to: Reviewing and approving research ethics applications; Reporting to the Executive Committee and contributing to annual reports; Monitoring compliance with ethical principles and verifying researcher qualifications; Investigating any allegations of misconduct; Ensuring research proposals align with MKRI’s mandate and academic standards; Coordinating with related research committees to uphold research integrity Reviewing and approving research ethics applications; Ensuring researchers are qualified and experienced. Investigating and reporting scientific or technical misconduct. Reviewing research proposals, surveys, and questionnaires to align with MKRI’s mandate, values, and academic standards. Ensuring ethical integrity without replacing the researcher’s responsibility for ethical conduct. Working in coordination with other internal research committees. Maintaining the Institute’s and government’s integrity through ethical oversight. DIRECTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by submitting their applications to: [email protected]. The application must clearly state the position applied for and the corresponding reference number on the subject line must include a detailed copy of a CV, recently certified copies of (1) ID, (2) driver’s license and (3) certified copies of relevant qualifications (not older than 6 months). Applicants are to ensure that they submit all required documentation stated above, as failure to do so may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. For any technical queries contact The Executive Manager: Corporate Services at [email protected]. Candidates who have not heard from MKRI within 6 weeks from the closing date can consider their application unsuccessful. Applicants will be disqualified for any incorrect information supplied. After the interviews and technical exercises, where applicable, candidates recommended for appointment will be taken through competency testing and verification processes. The Moses Kotane Research Institute is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in terms of Employment Equity Act, 1998. The Institute reserves the right not to make these appointments. NB: Applicants who have previously applied are encouraged to reapply