Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this version of the document. It also contains information contact details for the subject matter expert.  To the right, a brief summary of the changes between this and the previous version is provided.

Research Breach Investigation Procedure

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Status Current Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date 1st April 2021 This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date 1st April 2024 The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation The noted authority approved this is version of the document.
Approval Date 31st March 2021 This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date Not Applicable This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Responsible Executive Juanita Todd
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research)
This is the senior officer with responsibility for the document.
Enquiries Contact Rebecca Dyson
Senior Manager, Research Ethics and Integrity

Research Ethics and Integrity Unit
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

13 February 2024: Amendment to clause 47. Approved as administrative amendment, University Secretary.


19 October 2022:  Amendments to clause 22 as approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) as a minor amendment; and amended by the Vice-Chancellor.


9 September 2021: Division name changed from Legal Office (LO) to Legal & Compliance (LC)


A full revision has been undertaken to ensure continued alignment with the "Guide to managing and investigating potential breaches of the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research", and best practice in assuring procedural fairness and assessment outcomes.



Clauses Amended:Procedure: All



14/02/2024: Division name changed from Legal & Compliance (LC) to Legal and Compliance (LC)