Research Compliance Officer

$101,200 - $161,900/Yr

Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha, NE

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Omaha, NE

Hospitals

About the position

The Research Compliance Officer at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is responsible for ensuring that research activities comply with federal and state laws as well as institutional regulations. This role involves enforcing compliance standards and promoting ethical practices among research faculty and staff, thereby upholding the integrity and responsibility of research programs within the university.

Responsibilities

• Ensure research activities conform to federal and state laws and institutional regulations.
• Enforce compliance standards among research faculty and staff.
• Promote high standards of ethics, integrity, and responsibility in research programs.
• Interface effectively with faculty, staff, students, and government officials regarding compliance issues.
• Establish office priorities and goals and accomplish them without supervision.
• Handle and resolve recurring challenges related to research compliance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in quality control, export control regulations, classification and licensing procedures, and/or risk assessment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, negotiation, and mediation skills.
• Proven abilities in office administration, budget development, staff supervision, and leadership.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctoral degree or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of current OHRP regulations and AAHRPP Accreditation requirements.
• Knowledge of Export Control regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC) and classification and licensing procedures.
• Familiarity with ORI reporting requirements for Research Misconduct and NIH Conflict of Interest guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $101,200 - $161,900 annually.
• Full-time position with a Monday to Friday work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.