Compliance Officer, Research Integrity and Conflict

1 month ago


Foggy Bottom, United States George Washington University Full time

**Posting Details**:

- I. JOB OVERVIEW**Job Description Summary**:

- The George Washington University is committed to promoting the highest standards of ethical research and scholarly conduct while pursuing its research mission. The Office of Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) within the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance (ORIC) promotes research integrity and responsible conduct of research throughout the University.
Serving as the Research COI Administrator and Deputy Research Integrity Officer (D-RIO), the Compliance Officer, Research Integrity & Conflict of Interest will:

- Lead research-related Conflict of Interest and Commitment (COI/C) and Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) functions across GW;
- Promote integrity in these areas through: the development and delivery of targeted strategic communications, education and training; assisting GW’s Research Integrity Officer (RIO) in the handling of complaints, allegations and proceedings in keeping with GW policies and federal regulations; oversight and tracking of compliance with applicable federal and sponsor requirements, and the development and maintenance of processes and procedures to support GW scholars and investigators in understanding their ethical and fiduciary responsibilities with respect to research activities;
- Lead the University’s research COI/C programs, in collaboration with the University Office of Ethics, Compliance and Risk (OECR), the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP), the Office of Human Research (OHR), the GW Export Control Officer, and other relevant institutional offices, schools and departments;
- Serve as a first point-of-contact for covered investigators seeking assistance in submitting disclosures or COI/C-related policy guidance;
- Interpret rules and regulations covering COI/C related to research and develop policies and procedures in accordance with GW process related to COI/C;
- Develop, manage, and maintain the COI/C program for research, including training and mentoring for GW research community; ensure program meets federal funding requirements as well as applicable state and federal requirements;
- Manage processing and review of submitted disclosures. Obtain additional information from covered individuals when necessary and refer disclosures requiring additional review or management to the COI Committee(s), as applicable;
- Administer the COI Committee(s): prepare disclosures or other matters for review, schedule meetings, prepare agendas and materials, and draft meeting minutes, determination letters and/or management plans, as applicable;
- In coordination with GW’s Technology Commercialization Office, assist with the evaluation of faculty start-ups and management of conflicts of interests related to licensed technology and other intellectual property;
- Collaborate with colleagues within and outside ORIC on GW, Medical Faculty Associates (MFA), and/or GW University Hospital research-related COI/C policies, as appropriate;
- Provide analytical, logístical, and organizational support for GW’s research integrity program;
- Serve as a first point-of-contact for investigators, scholars, and other research stakeholders seeking consultation on concerns related to possible research misconduct; work with faculty, staff, and students to promote a culture of ethical and responsible conduct of research;
- Maintain auditable records of all relevant documents pertaining to areas of oversight;
- Collaborate with GW IT to refine and update existing databases and workflow products and identify new information technology resources as appropriate;
- Continually evaluate and develop procedures and operations in order to ensure effective service delivery and compliance with relevant policies related to areas of oversight;
- In collaboration with ORIC leadership, consult with federal regulatory agencies regarding individual cases to ensure institutional compliance with applicable regulations;
- Develop relationships with various internal groups to identify avenues for promotion of research integrity;
- Assist the Compliance Officer, Research Compliance and Quality Assurance (RCQA) and other stakeholders with routine auditing activities involving COI management plans, publications, foreign relationships and components, export control compliance, data archival and availability, funded projects, disclosure accuracy, and other audit schedules as identified;
- Participate in relevant national organizations and training; maintain an expert level knowledge and interest in the institutional, local, and national environments related to areas of oversight, including faculty entrepreneurship, undue foreign influence, and clinical research-related regulatory matters.
The position requires:

- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze, summarize, and effectively present information in both summary and in-depth forms.
- Good working knowledge of research compliance areas and applicable regulatory framewo



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