Concerns about research conduct
UQ places the highest importance on upholding the integrity of our research. Researchers have an obligation and a personal responsibility to conduct their research activities in an ethical and professional manner in compliance with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research (2018; the Code), the University’s Research Conduct and Integrity policies and procedures and all other applicable policies, laws, guidelines and codes of conduct. A failure to meet these obligations may constitute a breach and, in serious cases, research misconduct.
Under the Code and the University’s Responsible Research Management Framework Policy researchers also have a responsibility to:
Report suspected breaches of the Code to the relevant institution and/or authority
Making a complaint
Individuals who have a concern about the conduct of research at UQ may wish to speak with a Research Integrity Advisor in the first instance. Formal complaints can be made by:
- Referring the matter to Research Integrity
- Referring the matter to the head of the relevant Organisational Unit
- Completing the online Complaints Form
The principles for reporting, managing and investigating complaints about the conduct of research are set out in the following University Procedures:
- Managing Complaints about the Conduct of Research Procedure
- Managing Complaints about the Conduct of Research - Higher Degree by Research Candidates Procedure
The complaint management process is summarised in the following flowchart (click to download):
