Research Compliance Specialist

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct for-cause audits authorized by the IRB or institutional official.
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews of research protocols and documentation.
• Write reports and communicate findings with investigators, committees, and appropriate parties.
• Monitor adherence to IRB determinations, continuing review obligations, and reporting requirements.
• Support internal audits relating to research governance.
• Identify potential compliance gaps and recommend corrective action.
• Collaborate with IRB and sponsored programs offices to maintain compliance frameworks.

Education & Training

• Design and implement training programs on IRB submission processes, federal regulations, and best practices in human subject protections for both socio-behavioral and biomedical research.
• Develop written and multimedia resources (guides, FAQs, webinars).
• Partner with departments to offer tailored training sessions and support.
• Track training participation and recommend improvements to curricula.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and emerging trends in research compliance education.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., research compliance, public health, social sciences, etc.) and 3 years relevant program experience.
• Experience with human subjects research, IRB operations, research compliance, education and training.
• Familiarity with compliance auditing or monitoring practices.
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing research and institutional policies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Experience developing training programs or educational materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and service-oriented approach.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic research/compliance systems.
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment using tools such as Zoom.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or academic research administration.
• Experience using Cayuse.
• Certification in research or compliance (e.g., CIP, CCRC, CIM, CHRC, CUNY, RCI).

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $68,000-$70,000 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.