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MOSES KOTANE INSTITUTE (MKI)
 
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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: RESEARCH ETHICS COMMITTEE MEMBER (X1)
REF No: REC-02/2023
 
The Moses Kotane Institute (MKI) is an Entity of the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government through the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA). Our mandate is to conduct world-class research into skills development, and provincial strategic economic sectors, and to strategically lead in innovation and maritime co-ordination and implementation activities to respond to the needs of the provincial economy. The Institution is looking for experienced and suitably qualified South African Citizens to fulfil this responsibility. 
Preference will be given to applicants residing in Kwa Zulu Natal.
 
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Through its Research and Development Unit the MKI seeks to conduct world class research. To this end it is critical that superior standards of research processes are maintained. The MKI Research Ethics Committee will be responsible for reviewing Proposals and Terms of References (TOR’s) that will address research ethical matters.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have a completed a PhD in Science/ Social Science/ Public Policy/ IT and other related fields. Five (5) years’ experience in conducting and reviewing research. Five (5) years’ experience in research ethics. Must have an impressive publication record (minimum of 5 peer reviewed journal articles). A Valid driver’s license & Own Transport.
 
CORE COMPENTENCIES
Excellent writing and communication skills. General professionalism in all areas.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Moses Kotane Research Ethics Committee (REC) will be responsible for the following:
• Ensure that the rights of research participants are always protected. Ensure that the proposals are treated with respect and confidentiality;
• Conduct a thorough review of the research Terms of References (ToRs; Conduct ethics review in a wholly independent and impartial manner without any conflicts of interest and with a focus clearly on the ethics of research proposals;
• Where the REC feels that it does not have the expertise to review a proposal, it should seek the help of independent bodies or external members. RECs should ensure that they fulfil their role and responsibilities with integrity and record their decisions and feedback in a transparent manner.
 
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
DPSA Consultation fee 6-8, B2 – Partial overheads, B2,2. No mark-up at R368 p/h.




HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must e-mail a detailed copy of a CV with at least 2 (two) contactable references, certified copies of ID, driver’s license, and relevant qualifications (not older than 6 months) to: recruitment@moseskotane.com before or on 03 August 2023. 
 
Shortlisted candidates WILL be required to undergo competency testing and verification processes.
 
Applications not compliant with the prescripts herein, will not be considered. Preference will be given to KZN residents. 
 
For any technical queries contact The Human Resources Manager, by sending an email to: hradmin@moseskotane.com.
 
Candidates who have not heard from MKI within 2 weeks from the closing date, can consider their application unsuccessful. 
Applicants will be disqualified for any incorrect information supplied. 
The Institution reserves the right not to appoint.