Job Summary

The Research Integrity Officer (.5FTE) is a key member of the compliance team in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of Colorado Denver and University of Colorado Anschutz. This position is responsible for administering policies concerning research misconduct, conducting inquires and investigations, leading responsible conduct of research education and fostering a culture of ethical research at both the Anschutz campus and the downtown CU Denver campus.

Key Responsibilities

Investigation Assessment

Consult confidentially with researchers regarding potential ethical dilemmas.
Evaluate any allegations of research misconduct by conducting a preliminary assessment and documenting the findings.

Investigation Oversight

Coordinate with IT security, the applicable data system owners and the respondent to appropriately sequester all data and other evidence relevant to an allegation.

Responsible Conduct of Research Education and Training

Maintaining and supporting a current curriculum that is compliant with the various funding agencies regarding responsible conduct of research training.

Data and Record Management

Work with interested parties on campus to ensure data integrity and data storage is available for the range of data types produced.

Policies and procedures

Ensure that both campuses have up-to-date policies and procedures for managing research misconduct.

Support and Confidentiality

Coordinate with care team, IT security, legal counsel to ensure that all individuals impacted by a research misconduct case are appropriately supported while the review is ongoing.