Research Governance

Purpose and Scope:
Clearly define the purpose of the research governance framework, ensuring alignment
with the company’s overall goals and objectives. Specify the scope of the framework, outlining the types of research activities and projects
that fall within its purview.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Identify key stakeholders involved in the research process, such as researchers, project
managers, ethics committee members, etc. Clearly outline the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder to ensure accountability and effective collaboration.

Ethical Considerations:
Establish ethical guidelines and principles that all research activities must adhere to, such as respect for participants’ rights, confidentiality, and informed consent. Implement processes for ethics review and approval of research projects involving human subjects or sensitive data.

Risk Management:
Identify potential risks associated with research activities, such as data security breaches, conflicts of interest, or regulatory compliance issues. Develop risk management strategies to mitigate and address these risks effectively.

Compliance and Legal Requirements:
Ensure that all research activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry
standards.

Data Management:
Define protocols for data collection, storage, and sharing to safeguard the integrity and
security of research data. Implement data management practices that comply with data protection regulations and industry best practices.

Quality Assurance:
Implement mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the quality of research outputs to ensure accuracy, reliability, and validity. Establish processes for peer review, feedback mechanisms, and continuous improvement of research practices.

Transparency and Reporting:
Promote transparency in research activities by documenting processes, methodologies, and findings. Develop reporting mechanisms to communicate research outcomes to stakeholders, both internally and externally.

Training and Development:
Provide training and resources to researchers and staff involved in research activities to enhance their skills and knowledge. Encourage continuous learning and professional development in research practices and methodologies.

Review and Evaluation:
Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of the research governance framework to assess its effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Solicit feedback from stakeholders to ensure that the framework remains relevant and responsive to the company’s evolving research needs.