Research Advisory Council

Purpose

The purpose of Mercy College of Ohio’s Research Advisory Council is to promote inquiry through educating and mentoring staff, faculty, and students in their understanding of clinical research and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

The council meets monthly to meet the following institutional goals.

Ensure quality research by reviewing all research proposals prior to Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.
Mentor and support students and faculty conducting research.
Seek opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration in conducting research and ensuring evidence-based, quality patient care.
Assist in the dissemination of research results.
Support professional growth and advancement.
Encourage and support research through fundraising and grant writing.

Getting started on your research project:

Review the Research Study Submission Checklist
Complete CITI Training before submitting your project to the Research Advisory Council: CITI Training Instructions.
Review and complete Does my project need IRB review and approval?
Contact the Research Advisory Council for instructions and questions: research@mercycollege.edu

IRB and Compliance

Mercy College of Ohio is affiliated with Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) Research Participation Protection Program. RP3 is responsible for the Institutional Review Board.

Institutional Organization #: IORG0011403
Federal wide Assurance #:FWA00032488
Institutional Review Board #: IRB00013523