OMBUDS OFFICE
The UMB Office of the Ombuds is available to all members of the University community who seek confidential consultation regarding ethical conduct, conflict resolution and scientific misconduct.
When to consult the Ombuds
- When you need someone to listen
- When you have an uncomfortable situation at work that is bothering you
- When you need help clarifying or resolving a conflict
- When you feel you have been treated unfairly, harassed, or discriminated against
- When you think someone you work with has engaged in misconduct or done something unethical
- When you are unsure about a UMB policy or you believe it has been applied unfairly
- When you don’t know where else to turn
When to consult the Research Ombuds
- When you think someone you work with has engaged in research misconduct
- When you are unsure about a UMB research misconduct policy
- When you believe a UMB research misconduct policy has been applied unfairly
- When you don't know where else to turn and/or need someone to listen