Head of Research Ethics Governance & Compliance

About the role

The Head of Research Ethics and Compliance leads the development and enforcement of a robust research ethics and compliance framework that supports innovative, responsible, and legally sound research across all disciplines. This role shapes the institution’s approach to ethical AI, data governance, human subject protection, research integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead creation and continuous improvement of the institution’s research ethics and compliance strategy, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and oversee institution‑wide frameworks for ethical AI, responsible data governance, and use of sensitive personal or biometric data.
• Direct the Institutional Review Board, Ethics Committees, and other compliance bodies to ensure rigorous ethical review of human, animal, and high‑risk technology research.
• Establish protocols for data stewardship, secure access, anonymization, and algorithmic transparency in AI‑driven research.
• Design and maintain a risk assessment framework, monitor adherence to approved protocols, and lead compliance audits.
• Design and deliver training programs on research ethics, data protection, responsible AI, and compliance requirements.

Required profile

• Minimum 8 + years of experience in research compliance, ethics, or regulatory affairs with leadership in multidisciplinary environments.
• Deep familiarity with ethics frameworks and global standards such as the Belmont Report, Declaration of Helsinki, UNESCO AI Ethics, and OECD AI Principles.
• Strong understanding of data governance and ethical issues in AI, including privacy, transparency, algorithmic accountability, and fairness.
• Master’s degree in Ethics, Law, Public Policy, Biomedical Sciences, Data Science, or related field; JD or PhD strongly preferred.