Corporate Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer

divh2Corporate Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer/h2pAt Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly worda word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. Thats why were not just transforming cancer carewere changing lives./ppWe introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: What would I do if this patient were my mom? That question drives everything we do./ppBut our mission doesnt stop with cancer. Were pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcaredriven by innovation, compassion, and purpose./ppJoin us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If youre passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins./ph3Job Responsibilities/h3pEnterprise Compliance Ethics Program/pulliOwn and continuously enhance the companys compliance and ethics program consistent with DOJ, OIG, and public company best practices./liliEnsure compliance program effectiveness, independence, and appropriate resourcing./liliEstablish and maintain global policies, standards, and internal controls./liliTracks compliance issue trends reported, identifies laboratory or operational vulnerabilities, and provides input to the Compliance Work Plan./liliManage compliance hotline./liliOversee compliance with public company obligations, including: Coordinate with Internal Audit on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) matters as needed, Code of Conduct, and Support Board and committee governance, including compliance reporting, escalation, and issue remediation./liliLead team of 5-10 compliance professionals./li/ulpHealthcare, Laboratory Regulatory Compliance/pulliOversee compliance and coordinate with Legal regarding applicable healthcare and diagnostics regulations, including: CLIA, CAP, FDA, Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act, and Coordinate closely with legal on HIPAA, HITECH, state privacy laws, and applicable international data protection regulations./liliResponsible for comprehensive compliance training and education programs consistent with OIG compliance program guidance, ensuring timely workforce completion and tracking training effectiveness across all business units./liliReview laboratory billing and coding practices to ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payor requirements, proactively monitor for False Claims Act exposure, and coordinate with revenue cycle management to optimize compliant billing processes./liliManage HCP transparency reporting obligations under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, ensuring accurate and timely CMS Open Payments submissions, and monitor all HCP arrangements for compliance with applicable transparency requirements./liliCoordinate with Quality on third-party vendor compliance matters, including comprehensive compliance risk assessments for vendors, distributors, and business partners, and monitor ongoing compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements./liliConduct internal investigations in coordination with Legal to respond to government inquiries and enforcement matters, including DOJ/OIG subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CIDs), and state attorney general inquiries, ensuring timely and comprehensive responses that protect Caris interests./liliCoordinate with Legal on FCPA (Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) and UK Bribery Act compliance matters, including oversight of international business activities, third-party due diligence for foreign partners and distributors, and anti-corruption training for personnel engaged in international operations./li/ulpRisk Assessment, Monitoring Investigations/pulliIdentify potential compliance vulnerabilities through various methods, including risk assessment, auditing, and ongoing monitoring. Escalates high-risk compliance issues. Assists with developing and/or implementing corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues./liliEnsure timely corrective actions, root-cause analysis, and documented remediation./li/ulpBoard Executive Engagement/pulliProvide regular, independent reporting to the Audit Committee./liliEscalate significant compliance matters directly to the Audit Committee, as appropriate./liliAdvise executive leadership on compliance risks/li/ulpCross-Functional Leadership/pulliPartner with Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Privacy, IT, HR, and Commercial teams./liliIntegrate compliance into product development, commercialization, and global expansion activities./li/ulh3Required Qualifications/h3ulliJuris Doctor (JD) or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred./lili15+ years of progressive experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within life sciences, healthcare or diagnostics./liliDemonstrated experience operating in a public company./liliDeep familiarity with Board reporting and regulator interactions./liliProven ability to exercise independent judgment./liliExperience in molecular diagnostics, precision medicine, or clinical laboratory operations./liliCompliance certifications (CHC, CCEP, or equivalent)./li/ulh3Physical Demands/h3ulliMust possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time./liliMust possess ability to perform repetitive motion./liliAbility to lift up to 25 pounds./li/ulh3Training/h3ulliAll job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee./li/ulh3Other/h3ulliThis position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends and/or holidays./li/ulpConditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions ) and reference verification./ppThis job description reflects managements assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time./ppCaris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability./p/div