Compliance Officer, Research Security

$57,554 - $94,999/Yr

George Washington University - Washington, DC

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

Educational Services

About the position

The Compliance Officer, Research Security is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance and supporting the research community in areas related to research security and foreign influence. This role involves developing and implementing policies and procedures, providing training and resources, and monitoring federal regulations. The officer will collaborate with various university offices and external consultants to aid compliance with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a program of research security training aligned with federal requirements.
• Ensure research security and foreign influence resources are up to date.
• Serve as a resource for the university's research community regarding international collaborations.
• Collaborate with the Office of Research Integrity & Compliance and the Office of Research Security to provide guidance on research security matters.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of research security policies and procedures.
• Attend training sessions conducted by government agencies and monitor federal regulatory developments.
• Participate in national organizations and trainings related to research security.
• Support export control and foreign influence compliance efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree in a relevant area of study.
• Experience in academic research, research administration, or export compliance.
• Knowledge of federal regulations such as EAR, ITAR, NIST 800-53, and NSPM-33.
• Ability to interpret complex federal regulations and institutional policies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Degree(s) in science/engineering, international affairs, and/or law.
• Service-oriented mindset.
• Experience conducting risk assessments.
• Ability to create compelling presentation materials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Well-being programs and various voluntary benefits.