University of California - Oakland, CA
posted 3 months ago
The Research Compliance Manager at the University of California Office of the President (UCOP) plays a pivotal role in ensuring adherence to research compliance regulations and standards across the university system. This position is designed for a subject matter expert who will collaborate with various stakeholders to foster a culture of compliance and integrity in research activities. The manager will provide thought leadership on evolving compliance concerns and changes in regulatory or policy requirements, ensuring that the university remains compliant with federal, state, and institutional regulations. In this role, the Research Compliance Manager will be responsible for developing and delivering training programs, tools, and workshops on research compliance topics. They will also monitor changes in regulations and best practices, implementing necessary updates to guidance, training, and tools. The manager will lead committees, working groups, and task forces related to research compliance, facilitating consensus building among stakeholders to support institutional initiatives and guide projects to implementation. Key responsibilities include coordinating systemwide compliance committees to address complex cross-campus issues, developing benchmarks and training for complex research compliance topics, managing systemwide research compliance programs, and providing strategic leadership for risk mitigation. The position requires a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in research conduct and compliance activities, as well as the ability to communicate complex information effectively to all levels of management and stakeholders.