Research Expectations and Ethics
Faculty-Student Research Collaboration Guidelines and Expectations
View the expectations and guidelines for all faculty and students participating in collaborative research projects at Gustavus.
Research collaboration expectations
Responsible Conduct Training and Policy
Gustavus offers regular training in Responsible Conduct of Research. The training combines an online RCR module and an in-person training workshop.
Any student funded by a public or government source (local, state, or federal) must complete the training. This training is also required for for all individuals (including postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and other senior personnel) compensated by National Science Foundation grants submitted on or after July 31, 2023.
All other students and faculty conducting research are strongly encouraged to complete the training.
- Online Training Module: CITI Instructions
- For details of the next in-person training workshop, contact DirectorRSC [at] gustavus.edu (DirectorRSC[at]gustavus[dot]edu).
Read the College's Responsible Conduct of Research policy.
Additional Resources
National Ethics CORE Website: A wealth of material on responsible conduct of research.
National Academy of Sciences book (free PDF download) On Being a Scientist: Responsible Conduct in Research
The Lab: A Interesting interactive simulation of lab environment where you can take on role of researcher, grad student, post doc, or research integrity officer dealing with a research misconduct issue.