Every day, the University of Oregon touches the lives of citizens in our community, our state, our nation, and our world. Oregon’s external engagement arises not out of serendipity, but rather through active outreach as members of the University community strive to connect their scholarship to the questions and issues that confront modern society. The University’s outreach manifests itself in a myriad of activities, including research, education, technology transfer, and community service.

The disclosure of extra-University relationships, and the subsequent management of conflicts of interest (COI) and conflicts of commitment (COC) (COI-C), are a natural outgrowth and necessary corollary of external engagement. Thoughtful, responsible management of COI-C promotes public trust in the objectivity of University research and education. In addition, open disclosure and diligent management of COI-C are crucially important for compliance with the complex body of state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines that relate to University activities.

Summary and Procedures
The summary points to the "basics" of the University of Oregon Potential Conflict of Interest Policy (University Policy 3.095 - Personnel Practices) and highlights some key requirements of the policy. It is not intended as a substitute for the complete policy or its content.

Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Commitment
(COI-C) Disclosure Form (revised 5/5/08)

COI-C Addendum Form

The University of Oregon Potential Conflicts of Interest Policy (University Policy 3.095 - Personnel Practices) requires key personnel (defined as those who are involved in the conduct of the research and reporting of results) on a sponsored project to disclose at the time of proposal submission, annually, and as new, reportable financial interests develop, any significant financial or personal interests (and those of their spouses and dependent children) that would reasonably appear to be affected by the research proposed for funding.

For research compliance inquiries, including conflict of interest questions, contact:

Lynette Schenkel, Director
Office for Responsible Conduct of Research
1600 Millrace Drive, Suite 105
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-346-3472
Email: schenkel@uoregon.edu

Please note: The Approval for Outside Employment Form has been discontinued. Please use the above Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Commitment form effective January 4, 2008.