Research Compliance Officer

About the role

This position directs the Office of Research Compliance (ORC), leads the Research Compliance Program and staff, serves as Seattle Children's Research Institute's (SCRI) Research Integrity Officer (RIO), reports to the Institute Official, ensures compliance with federal research-related regulations and institutional policies, investigates scientific misconduct, conducts audits, leads special compliance projects, designs institute‑wide compliance systems, and develops educational programs for faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of the Office of Research Compliance (ORC) and lead management of the Research Compliance Program and staff.
• Serve as SCRI's Research Integrity Officer (RIO) to investigate and resolve allegations of scientific misconduct involving biomedical, behavioral, or animal research.
• Report to the Institute Official and ensure SCRI compliance with federal research‑related regulations and institutional policies.
• Identify, prioritize, investigate, and resolve compliance issues.
• Conduct regular compliance auditing and monitoring activities based on the annual research compliance work plan.
• Lead special compliance projects or investigations as required.
• Work at a high level within the organization.
• Adhere strictly to confidentiality and privacy practices.
• Review all documents and information relevant to research compliance activities.
• Design, implement, manage, and evaluate institute‑wide systems and processes that promote ethical conduct and deter, detect, and mitigate unlawful or unethical conduct.
• Develop educational programs that support SCRI faculty and staff in adhering to new and existing compliance‑related initiatives and requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree (or equivalent advanced degree in Health Sciences discipline, Business Administration, or related field).
• 10 years of supervisory experience or equivalent leadership role as determined by Seattle Children's.
• At least five (5) years of demonstrated program development/project management using proven lean methodologies.
• Seven years of experience in a research/healthcare setting, preferably compliance‑related.
• Experience with auditing processes and compliance‑related investigations.
• Successful senior‑level leadership experience, including employee development, mentoring, and coaching.

Qualifications

Certification in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC) or equivalent within 12 months of hire date.

Skills

• Familiarity with finance and reimbursement aspects of research and clinical practice.
• Experience with grant and manuscript writing processes.
• Prior experience with and knowledge of ethical principles, federal regulations, and state law pertaining to the ethical conduct of human subjects and pediatric research.
• Demonstrated understanding of Seattle Children's clinical and research operations, policies, and practices.

Benefits

Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/c