"Analyst I, Research Compliance"

Analyst I, Research Compliance

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance

Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: USD $47,300.00/Yr. - USD $80,400.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, Alabama

Categories: Research

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Office of Research Compliance

Associated Division: Senior VP Research Econ Development

Req ID: 7655

Overview

This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification.

Auburn University's Vice President for Research and Economic Development department is actively recruiting applicants for the position of Research Compliance Analyst. This position is responsible for evaluation, analysis, and administrative support for one or more compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• 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. Maintains currency with applicable federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies related to areas of assignment.
• Provides recommendations and assists with development, implementation, and delivery of education and training programs to ensure compliance with federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies. Conducts regulatory review and assessment of protocols, applications, and institutional policies.
• 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, actions necessary to achieve compliance.
• 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 and updates the Office of Research Integrity & Compliance's website on a timely basis.
• Participates in monitoring and inspection activities and evaluations of reported concerns to support institutional responsibilities for compliance oversight and the ethical and responsible conduct of research and regulated activities.
• 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 analyzes research compliance-related data.
• Acts as a liaison between faculty, students, or staff and the Office of Research Integrity & Compliance. Assists researchers in preparing submissions, responding to reviewer comments, and technical assistance throughout the process lifecycle.
• Evaluates, recommends, and assists with implementation of process improvements that align with the University's strategic plan to streamline process, eliminates outdated programs, and creates efficiencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned including providing back up support within unit and across the research integrity and/or compliance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Ethics, Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related fields.
• 5 years of experience
  • Must have at least 3 years of experience in research or related and supporting area, regulatory compliance, research integrity, and/or research administration.
  • Substitution limit: only 2 years of education can be substituted for the experience requirement.

Expectations:

Excellent interpersonal skills, superior active listening skills, problem sensing and solving skills, and ability to maintain strict standards of confidentiality, strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, time management, organizational, customer service skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education.
• An advanced degree in a relevant field is desired.
• Experience with HURON Electronic Research Administration System.
• Human Research Protection Program Certified IRB Professional (CIP) and/or Animal Care and Use Program Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA).

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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