Opportunity

Merx #25-58169

Chair of Research Ethics Board (REB) Services for NRC

Posted

May 04, 2026

Respond By

June 01, 2026

Identifier

25-58169

NAICS

541690

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Chair of its Research Ethics Board (REB): - Government Buyer: - National Research Council of Canada (NRC) - Role and Responsibilities: - Chair will lead the Research Ethics Board (REB) - Oversee ethical review of research involving human participants - Ensure compliance with NRC policies and ethical standards - Report to the NRC Senior Ethics Officer - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years - Option for four additional two-year extensions - Products/Services Requested: - Professional service: Chair of Research Ethics Board (REB) - No OEMs or product vendors are specified, as this is a leadership and oversight service opportunity - Unique Requirements: - Candidate must have experience and qualifications in research ethics and leadership - Service-based role with no physical products or part numbers

Description

The solicitation seeks an experienced and qualified individual to serve as the Chair of the National Research Council (NRC) Research Ethics Board (REB) for a period of 2 years, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, with the possibility of four additional 2-year contract extensions. The Chair will report to the NRC Senior Ethics Officer and support the NRC REB in maintaining high ethical standards in research involving human participants. Responsibilities include overseeing the ethical review of research proposals and ensuring the REB review process conforms to policy requirements and ethical standards. The Chair provides overall leadership for the REB and facilitates the REB review process based on NRC policies and procedures.

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