Associate Director, Research Integrity
2 days ago
Job Description: Associate Director, Research Integrity & Compliance (HR title: Research Compliance Specialist III) (PRO00000312)
Salary Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU:
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact. SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.
About the Department:
The Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) advances the goals of SMU’s 2nd Century Strategic Plan enhancing the academic quality and stature of the University by supporting and safeguarding the growth of research. The ORI aims to provide leadership, quality communication, responsiveness, and transparency to the research community. Research Integrity & Compliance (RIC) is the central research integrity office to help faculty, staff, and students navigate complex federal and state research compliance regulations so innovative and collaborative research may flourish. RIC supports and protects the interest of the University, and its employees, in research compliance matters through guidance, education, and technical assistance.
RIC is responsible for the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP)/Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), the Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Program, the Research Financial Conflict of Interest, Export Control, and NAGPRA. In addition, RIC provides support in cases of alleged research misconduct, assists in reviewing data sharing agreements, and executes reliance agreements.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position. The Associate Director of Research Compliance has the primary responsibility to advise and consult with faculty, staff, and student researchers to ensure that research is of high quality and meets University and Regulatory Agency standards. This position is an on-campus, in-person position with key responsibilities to identify, support, develop, and enforce compliance strategies across the university. The Associate Director will collaborate closely with research departments and colleges, provide guidance and education on regulatory requirements and ethical research practices.
Essential Functions:
- Education & Outreach: Engage with the university community to promote awareness and understanding of research compliance requirements. Develop and provide training sessions on compliance and ethical research standards.
- Regulatory Oversight & Guidance: Ensure that all research activities comply with applicable regulations. Monitor changes in legislation and propose university research policies accordingly.
- Compliance Reviews & Audits: Conduct reviews and make determinations on human subject, animal welfare, and biosafety research projects and related activities to ensure compliance.
- Policy Development & Implementation: Work with RIC Director to develop and refine policies that support ethical research practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Project Improvement Initiatives: Coordinate with RIC team to develop and maintain an electronic research compliance management system.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree is required. Master's desired, preferably in a science-related field. A minimum of five years of work experience in a research compliance department, directly involved in conducting protocol reviews, and managing/serving on compliance committees that review research.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills: Capable of effectively leading and motivating diverse teams, fostering an inclusive work environment.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities: Demonstrated capacity to proactively identify compliance issues and develop strategic solutions.
In-depth knowledge of federal and state research compliance regulations: Extensive expertise in understanding and interpreting complex compliance regulations.
Effective communication skills: Ability to articulate complex compliance-related concepts and policies clearly to a variety of audiences.
Strategic planning and project management skills: Experienced in overseeing compliance initiatives and projects.
Technical proficiency: Knowledgeable in the use of database systems and software relevant to research compliance.
Adaptability: Quick to adapt to and create effective communication to the research community on new regulations and processes.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
- Sit for long periods of time
- Carry/lift 25 lbs.
- Stand
Deadline to Apply:
The position is open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.
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