| Research Compliance Manager -- Boston, MA |
Author: Michelle Auerbach
Date: 06-02-08 21:16
The Office for Research and Sponsored Programs at UMass Boston is seeking an experienced Research Compliance Manager to be an integral part of the growing research enterprise at UMass Boston, a research-intensive institution nationally recognized as a model of excellence for urban universities. The Research Compliance Manager (RCM) is responsible for the oversight and management of research compliance issues within the University to ensure University research employees are complying with federal regulations, state laws and internal policies and procedures. Acting as the principal point of contact for the research community the RCM provides information regarding regulatory compliance issues related to: welfare of subjects and the environment (e.g., human subjects, animal care and use, biological and radiation safety); scientific integrity (e.g., responsible conduct of research, conflict of interest); cost policy (e.g., time and effort reporting, cost sharing, cost principles) and other compliance requirements (e.g., import/export control). The RCM is responsible for developing a culture of regulatory compliance through training, education, strategic risk assessments, audits and other monitoring processes. The RCM is responsible for oversight of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and supervises the IRB/IACUC Administrator. The RCM is responsible for developing an effective compliance training module for new employees as well as ongoing training modules for the research community.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to research compliance and five years progressively responsible experience with regulatory compliance issues related to research, or a Master’s degree or J.D. and three years progressively responsible experience with regulatory compliance issues related to research. Expertise in research ethics and the responsible conduct of research. Extensive knowledge of federal state and local regulations concerning relevant research compliance areas. The ability to translate regulations into operational policies and procedures is essential. Knowledge of the broader research environment, including emerging regulatory trends, best practices at other institutions regarding human research protection programs, conflict of interest, responsible conduct of research, and other issues is highly desirable. Ability to work with diverse constituencies within an academic community Must possess excellent communication skills to be able to clearly present complex information to a variety of audiences and communicate effectively with a diverse constituency.
Please submit resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@umb.edu or mail to:
Human Resources
Search #280f
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125
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