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Resources for conducting research with WA Police
Resources to support research ethics applications
To support the collaborative approach to research ethics, ECU have developed resources and training for staff and students undertaking research at ECU. For support resources for animal research, please see the animal ethics web page.
Support
Research Ethics Team
The Research Ethics Team supports the Executive of the Human Research Ethics Committee and the Animal Ethics Committee to manage the review, approval and monitoring of human and animal research projects at ECU. They are available to support you in using the Research Ethics Management System, including the Proportional Review Checklist which determines the way in which your research project is reviewed. They are also available to assist you in understanding the review process at ECU and are an important resource for understanding how your project is monitored and the mechanisms for seeking an extension or reporting an adverse event. The Research Ethics Team should only be consulted for these administrative questions and for guidance that cannot be sought from your Research Ethics Advisors, who are members of your School’s HREC Subcommittee.
Importantly, the Research Ethics Team provides tailored professional learning for ECU students and staff. You can find all of the professional learning presented as narrated PowerPoints or request a tailored session for your area.
Helpful resources
ECU has developed templates for participant information letters and consent forms that may support researchers in the preparation of an ethics application. Where you see blue text in the templates, you will need to populate information relevant to your project. These templates are based on those provided by the NHMRC.
- TEMPLATE Participant Consent Form - MS Word Document, 51.7 KB
- TEMPLATE Participant Information Letter - MS Word Document, 60.3 KB
- TEMPLATE WAAPA Participant Information Letter - MS Word Document, 58.4 KB
Professional Learning
Online
Professional learning for the ECU Research Ethics Management System, the Proportional Review Checklist and all other matters relating to research ethics and integrity can be found on our dedicated professional learning page. Here you will find narrated PowerPoint presentation with hyperlinks for further reading.
Face to Face
Should you require a face to face presentation of the professional learning, please contact the Research Ethics Team.
Framework for Responsible Conduct of Research
The Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research (released by the National Health and Medical Research Council, the Australian Research Council and Universities Australia) outlines the requirements of Australian research organisations in relation to the responsible conduct of research.
Edith Cowan University has accepted the requirements of the Code and also abides by other relevant Federal and State Government requirements governing integrity and ethical practice in research.
Members of the University undertaking research are required to be aware of the provisions of the Code, relevant University policies and guidelines governing responsible practice in research, as outlined on the Research Integrity website.