Research Compliance Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information


Position Title
Research Compliance Coordinator


UIW Mission


University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary


The Research Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state research regulations, institutional policies, and best practices. This position provides specialized regulatory expertise and administrative support to the UIW research community in support of several research compliance areas, including, but not limited to: protecting human subjects in research; managing conflicts of interest in research; training in the responsible conduct of research; and education in research ethics and research compliance. The Research Compliance Coordinator reports to the Director of Research Operations.

Benefits


UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation's Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties


Job Duty Name
Compliance Administration


Description of Job Duties

• Assists faculty, staff, and students in the preparation of IRB applications, forms, and related documents.
• Thoroughly screens all applications and related documents submitted to the IRB to determine completeness and consistency with federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies.
• Maintains filing systems and databases ensuring all documentation and study files are complete.
• Coordinates committee meetings, to include compiling meeting agendas, taking meeting minutes, recording meeting actions, disseminating meeting packets, and assisting with maintaining meeting quorum rules.
• Verifies that all supporting documentation is obtained for research approval, including education requirements and required documentation for external collaborators.
• Communicates committee actions and requests to Principal Investigators and drafts correspondence in a clear, organized, and concise manner.
• Participates in regular quality assurance initiatives and conducts audit and monitoring activities.
• Develops or assists with reports as requested.
• Contributes to the development of efficient systems and procedures to enhance research activity.

Job Duty Name
Compliance Training & Development Support


Description of Job Duties

• Assists with the delivery of training, outreach and communications to facilitate research compliance, foster a culture of research integrity, and provide regulatory guidance to the UIW research community.
• Serves as liaison between the research compliance committees, investigators, and collaborating institutions; provides consultation and guidance to facilitate ethical and regulatory conduct of research.
• Participates in meetings, conferences, and trainings relevant to research compliance and integrity.

Job Duty Name
Other Duties


Description of Job Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to anticipate needs and be highly responsive to requests and inquiries.
• Ability to interact with multiple constituencies in a professional manner.
• Ability to analyze and interpret highly technical, compliance-related information.
• Expert proficiency, or aptitude, in articulating and assuring institutional compliance in a range of research compliance areas, including but not limited to human subject research, financial conflict of interest, research misconduct, and responsible conduct of research.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, high ethical standards, and compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
• Ability to organize work effectively, prioritize objectives, focus on details and outcomes, and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding of policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn web-based application management systems.
• Expertise in using office software packages, technology, and systems, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education


Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Public or Business Administration, or other applicable research-intensive discipline.

Required Work Experience


Two (2) years of experience in a professional setting focused on research administration, clinical research, or research compliance with human subjects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree.
• Relevant experience in a university or government setting and familiarity with human subject research compliance issues.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations


None specified.

Work Hours


Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with occasional extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals.

Physical Demands


None specified.