"Conflicts of Interest and Export Control Analyst"

Conflicts of Interest and Export Control Analyst

Position Number: 500601

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range: $54,249 - $60,000

Position Type: Non-Faculty

Job Category: Non-Faculty Professional

Organizational Unit Overview: The Office of Research, led by the Chief Research Officer, partners and collaborates with different programs, assets, and resources across ECU campuses and facilities along with the UNC designated centers and institutes.

The Office of Research provides oversight of ECU’s research enterprise, including grant administration and ethical practices; ensures compliance with the federal, state, and University rules and regulations; and includes the following units and committees or boards: Pre-Award Services, Post-Award Services, Research Administration Analytics, Research Development, Research Integrity and Compliance, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, and the University and Medical Center Institutional Review Board.

Job Duties: The Office of Research Integrity and Compliance (ORIC) provides leadership and guidance to the university community regarding Conflicts of Interest (COI) reporting and management, Export Control (EC) related issues, Research Security, and Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training and responds to allegations of research misconduct. This position works under minimal supervision to perform regulatory monitoring reviews that support operations and responsibilities of the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance. This position conducts complex monitoring and assurance activities to determine adherence to internal controls, education/training requirements, and compliance with established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements associated with compliance activities overseen by the office – primarily with conflicts of interest and export controls. Reporting to and under the supervision of the Senior Research Compliance Manager of the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance, the Conflicts of Interest (COI) and Export Controls (EC) Analyst will be responsible for first level review of conflict of interest and export controls disclosures for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures in collaboration with the Export Controls Specialist. The COI and EC Analyst will collect, analyze, and categorize disclosure information for further review and evaluation. Responsibilities include using critical thinking, analytical skills, and sound judgement to propose determinations and management strategies when reviewing potential conflicts of interest and export control issues. The COI and EC Analyst will maintain a record of all conflicts specifically related to COI matters scheduled for review by the Conflicts of Interest Committee. The COI and EC Analyst is expected to perform administrative duties to ensure that all pertinent documents and information are available to the COI Committee to facilitate their evaluation of such matters. Among other responsibilities, the COI and EC Analyst will serve as a resource for and provide guidance to the ECU community by answering questions regarding COI and EC policies, procedures, practices, determinations, and other related questions. The COI and EC Analyst will be involved in system and business process enhancement discussions and provide valuable input for improvements based on community feedback and experience. The COI and EC Analyst may be assigned special projects related to emerging and evolving compliance related issues and employ project management skills in managing emerging and evolving issues. In this regard the COI and EC Analyst will be expected to exercise a great deal of independence and discretion. The position will work closely with other staff, faculty members, and institutional leaders on compliance with relevant federal and state regulations regarding conflicts of interest and export controls. The COI and EC Analyst will provide administrative support to the Conflict of Interest Committee.

This position may be eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) under the East Carolina University (ECU) FWA Policy.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: Post-baccalaureate education in a relevant scientific, health care, law, or administration/management discipline; Four years of full-time work experience in higher education, in research compliance related areas (Export Controls (EC), Conflicts of Interest (COI), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Responsible Conduct in Research (RCR), etc.); Project Management Program (PMP) Certification; High skill level in dealing with ambiguity and resolving multiple pieces of data simultaneously, with a focus on ethical outcomes; Understanding of the research process in a University setting; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with proprietary computer systems; Ability to maintain high level of discretion and confidentiality throughout all work situations; Adaptable to consistently changing situations; Sensitivity to and understanding of public organization status, including public record laws.

Special Instructions to Applicant: East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. 2-3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional Instructions to Applicant: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date: 9/15/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Initial Screening Begins: 09/15/2025