Research Compliance Professional

Clarkson University; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000

Job description

Pay Range

USD $62,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr.

Overview

This is an exempt position reporting to the Director of Research Operations. This position is responsible for sponsored research compliance and related communications for the department. A successful candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to multitask. Usually works with minimum supervision, conferring with superior on unusual matters. Employees in this classification typically analyze, compare, and evaluate various courses of action and have the ability to make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities.

Responsibilities

20% Compliance Administration Support IRB/IACUC:

1. Works with researchers, Chairperson(s), committee members, and other University offices to ensure the rights and welfare of participants in human and animal research activities conducted by the University’s faculty, staff, and students.
2. Assists researchers in adhering to requirements, federal and state regulations, state law, University policies, and the ethical principles that apply to both human subjects and animal research projects.
3. Investigates and resolves issues of noncompliance.
4. Supports the Chairperson(s) and other members by providing professional analytical and technical assistance while interacting closely with researchers from the University.
5. Responsible for conducting pre-review of moderately complex submissions to the designated research compliance area (human subject/laboratory animals/biologically infectious agent regulations) of new protocols, continuing reviews, and modifications to approved studies to ensure completeness and compliance.
6. Responsible for pre-review of unanticipated problems involving risks to subjects or others and requests to close studies.
7. Use PeopleSoft and payroll distribution lists to review once per semester all NSF awards that include RCR requirement. Use CITI training and/or track all employees (faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students) paid from NSF award to ensure they have taken the RCR training module as well as other similar requirements for federal and/or state awards.

80% Operational Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with Research Administration Advisors and Research Accountants to ensure close out of project and contracts within 90 days after the period of performance end date.
2. Work closely with the Director of Research Operation to review, evaluate and monitor sponsored activities that include Export Control restrictions.
3. Complete annual Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency ACT (FAFATA) Reporting.
4. Complete After the Fact Activity Reports (ATFAR) for faculty 2 times annually within 90 days of reporting period.
5. Assist with Subaward/Subcontract review/management including but not limited to Subrecipient monitoring and contract amendments.
6. Work with Preaward staff to assist with the completion of incoming and outgoing subrecipient certification forms and other compliance documentation as needed.
7. Work closely with the Director of Research Operations and interdepartmental to assist with external audits.
8. Work closely with the Director of Research Operation to complete monthly payroll audit of approximately 5-10 research accounts.
9. Work closely with the Director of Research Operation to complete annual payroll audit of all research faculty supplemental summer salary. To be completed September/October.

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, law and/or a technical field.

Experience:

Minimum two (2) years’ Higher Education experience. 4-5 years’ experience in Higher Education specific to Sponsored Research may be substituted for education requirement.

Essential Skills

• Exceptional skills in interpersonal communication, poise, and professionalism.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals and skills in effectively managing personnel (individually and in teams), fiscal resources, and meetings.
• Advanced knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance (UG) regulations and grant funding policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce and work environment.
• Remain current in research administration policies and procedures and render recommendations regarding policies and procedures pertaining to Research administration, as necessary.

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).