Research Compliance Analyst I/II/III

 The Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development is hiring a Research Compliance Analyst. This role provides leadership in evaluation, analysis, and administrative support for the Research Integrity program within the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance. The Research Compliance Analyst helps ensure the institution meets its responsibilities for compliance with federal regulations, state laws, and university policies and procedures related to Responsible Conduct of Research, Research Misconduct, and Research Conflict of Interest.

• Conducts regulatory review and assessment of protocols, applications, and Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures to evaluate adherence to applicable regulations, laws, policies, and guidance. In collaboration with the research integrity and compliance leadership team, determines needed changes, steps, and actions necessary to achieve compliance.
• Provides regulatory advice, consultation, and support to investigators, compliance committees to include Institutional Review Boards for the Protection of Human Subjects in Research (IRB), Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC), and Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and university or college research administration on matters related to research integrity and/or compliance. Remains current on applicable federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies related to areas of assignment.
• Leads development, implementation, and delivery of comprehensive education and training programs to ensure compliance with federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies.
• Participates in monitoring activities and evaluations of reported concerns to support institutional responsibilities for compliance oversight and the ethical and responsible conduct of research and regulated activities.
• Acts as a liaison between faculty, students, or staff and the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance. Assists researchers in understanding and compiling with regulations and policies related to research integrity.
• Develops and supports public relations and communication efforts for internal research integrity and/or compliance stakeholders and external agencies. Disseminates program outcomes and information through publications, articles, notices, or other media.
• Assists with development, review, and maintenance of policies, procedures, tools, and resources based on changing regulatory environment or risk-based program analysis.
• Researches and gathers background information on a variety of research compliance and regulatory topics. Compiles information and prepares reports, records, and communication of a confidential nature for the purpose of documenting regulatory compliance. Creates and runs queries and analyses research on compliance-related data.
• Evaluates, recommends, and implements process improvements that align with the University’s strategic plan to streamline processes, eliminate outdated programs, and create efficiencies.
• Provides back up support within unit and across the research integrity and/or compliance programs.

Level I:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 2 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration.

OR

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 0 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration. 

Level II:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 4 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration.

OR

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 2 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration. 

Level III:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 6 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration.

OR

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 4 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration. 

OR

• Terminal degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 2 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration.

• Knowledge of federal, state, local, and University policies and regulations related to research compliance and/or research administration.
• Knowledge of research administration, the research enterprise, legal aspects of business entities, and roles of ownership and responsibilities within business entities.
• Working knowledge of human research, animal use, biological use, research integrity or ethics, the scientific method, and scientific terminology.
• Strong technical skills with aptitude for expanding technical knowledge and experience in developing, designing, and/or maintaining electronic systems and electronic processes.
• Ability to thoroughly and accurately analyze large data sets, effectively present analysis (written and oral), and maintain detailed project records.
• Ability to lead, train, and functionally supervise as needed.
• Ability to analyze submissions, determine compliance with regulations, and provide advice and guidance on how to achieve compliance.
• Strong analytical, deductive reasoning, critical thinking, and active learning skills.
• Ability to succeed in high-volume, high pressure, fast-paced environment to manage and prioritize a large task list with deadlines, interruptions, and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication.
• Demonstrated superior active listening skills, problem sensing and solving skills, and ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated time management, organizational, customer service skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated self-discipline and sound, independent judgement completing time-sensitive assignments.
• Ability to complete tasks independently as contributions to a team effort to accomplish established unit and institutional goals.

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