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28 October 2008

Want to be Randy Cohen for the day? [More:] Then solve a potential ethical dilemma for me.

I am currently on a panel that grants research funding. The recommendations from me and two other panelists will determine whether an applicant gets research money or not. Today I received the full packet of applications. One of them is from my office mate. I did not know she was applying and she doesn't know that I am on the panel. I, personally, have no issue with providing an objective review of her proposal because giving her a favorable/unfavorable review does not benefit/hurt me in any way (I have a very neutral relationship with her). Also, all reviews will be anonymous.

What should I do?
a) Submit a review but include a note of potential conflict of interest to the chair
b) Skip her application and tell the chair why.
c) Just treat her like any other applicant.


Yes I know I should just ask the chair but I am worried this is too bean platey
It's not too beanplatey, just ask the chair. In writing.
posted by grouse 28 October | 13:52
Agreed.
posted by box 28 October | 13:53
ok thanks. I will just ask the chair.
posted by special-k 28 October | 13:59
i dunno. i'd say just do your job. If you can be objective about her work, don't be afraid to do it. It is about merit, right?
posted by ethylene 28 October | 14:00
It is important to avoid even the appearance of not being objective. That's why I don't think it's a decision you should necessarily make on your own. The chair might feel that it is fine for you to do it.
posted by grouse 28 October | 14:17
Ask the chair, just to make sure that everything is above-board.
posted by sperose 28 October | 14:21
i'm sure everyone else is right.
We can't have a hint of impropriety with the lord of the flies buzzing around.
posted by ethylene 28 October | 14:51
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