Director of Research Integrity

Director of Research Integrity

Job ID: 297150
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Office of Research Integrity

Job Summary

Serves as the Chief Compliance Officer in administering and managing all areas of research integrity at the university. Establishes University policies and procedures for research-related non-financial compliance. Supervises critical research activities with respect to Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Human Subject Protection Program, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), biohazards, radiation safety, and lab operational safety procedures, federal Financial Conflict of Interest (FCoI), funded research misconduct, and research-related aspects of research security/export control. Ensures timely and accurate reporting to all federal agencies and other sponsors as required.

Establishes and evaluates internal policies and procedures embedding institutional expectations and responsibilities to ensure compliance activities are incorporated into routine higher education practices. Promotes and monitors compliance with rules and regulations by developing, implementing, updating, and maintaining campus policies and procedures. Supervises and evaluates Research Integrity staff.

Responsibilities

• Advise University regarding non-financial research compliance issues and areas of vulnerability
• Oversee the Office of Research and Economic Development Research Integrity team of professionals and support staff whose responsibilities include addressing areas of research related risk, policy and non-financial compliance
• Provide mechanisms for review and approval for research protocols in compliance with federal requirements for human subjects, animal care and use and biosafety, contracts, compliance agreements, assurances related to non-financial research compliance and investigations related to funded research misconduct
• Provide guidance, information and education to researchers, faculty, staff, students and administrators regarding interpretation and implementation of regulatory requirements including all areas of non-financial research compliance
• Act as a liaison for university faculty, staff, administrators, and legal counsel to interpret and resolve research compliance issues
• Coordinate and monitor changes in existing compliance requirements and develop responses to newly imposed requirements
• Provide support and assistance to the VPRED and other divisions of the Director of Research Integrity Office of Research on special projects and reports

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience
Six (6) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Masters degree

Preferred Experience
Direct experience leading a university research compliance team

Proposed Salary

$80,000 - $100,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to create/develop and implement programs, plans/goals, policies and procedures
• Ability to identify and address problems, formulate rules, articulate policies and rules to internal and external constituents

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Broad understanding of University policies, procedures and practices with the ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Problem-solving and team building experience
• Adept at briefing superiors on critical issues while simultaneously providing viable mitigation strategies
• Demonstrate a personal code of ethics within professional practice exhibiting leadership and management skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on April 15, 2026.