Any research-related contracts and agreements with external organisations must be submitted to the Research Policy and Contracts Team (RPCT) to ensure they are acceptable to both you and the University. Where appropriate, contract negotiation and/or drafting may be referred to the Office of General Counsel by RPCT.

Contracts may relate to funding, non-disclosure or confidentiality agreements, data sharing and material transfer arrangements.

Only the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) or his delegate is authorised to sign research contracts or agreements on behalf of Macquarie University.

If you require guidance regarding contracts, contact researchcontracts@mq.edu.au or your faculty research office.

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