Research Compliance Officer

Responsibilities

Research Engagement & Compliance (REC) is the administrative unit at UC Irvine within the Office of Research responsible for facilitating and ensuring campus compliance with federal, state, and university regulations pertaining to the research compliance areas below. It also provides resources, training, and education for these areas: Conflict of Interest Export Controls Undue Foreign Influence Research IT Security Research Funding Classification Dual Use Research of Concern Cannabis Research Research Misconduct and Research Integrity

Your Role on the Team

Provides advanced research compliance oversight and administration in support of institutional research integrity, sponsored research accountability, and regulatory compliance activities.

Applies expert knowledge of federal, state, University, and sponsor regulations related to research misconduct, research integrity, Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR), clinicaltrials.gov compliance, whistleblower investigations, and sponsored research requirements.

Oversees institutional responses to highly sensitive compliance matters in collaboration with campus leadership, legal counsel, federal agencies, and internal stakeholders.

Advises faculty, Principal Investigators (PIs), and campus units on complex compliance obligations, sponsor reporting requirements, and regulatory matters associated with research activities and sponsored awards.

Develops and implements policies, procedures, training programs, and operational guidelines to ensure institutional compliance and minimize legal, financial, regulatory, and reputational risk.

Conducts complex analysis, monitoring, case management, and training activities related to research integrity, sponsored research compliance, and institutional reporting requirements.

Note: This is primarily a remote position. Infrequently, this position may need, or be required, to work on campus.

What It Takes To Be Successful

To be successful, you should demonstrate:

• Demonstrated self-discipline and independent judgment completing highly complex, broadly defined assignments.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to apply all relevant Federal, state, and university regulations policies, and federal guidance documents.
• Advanced knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research design, scientific research concepts and terminology.
• Strong proficiency in public speaking and writing.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training 5-10 years experience in research, legal or compliance environment with emphasis related to this position.

Preferred

• Ability to apply a complex array of issues, mental flexibility, and creativity related to compliance issues.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in two or more research compliance areas under this role’s purview.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, strategic problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive, confidential matters, or difficult interpersonal interactions that may involve power differentials or can be emotionally charged.
• Excellent skills to work collaboratively and act persuasively in sensitive situations.
• Experience analyzing allegations of misconduct in an area of research compliance and making recommendations.
• Prominent success in managing compliance review boards or committees.
• Relevant compliance certification (if applicable) preferred.

Conditions Of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu. Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.