Summary:

This opening is for a full-time (40 hours per week) position, located in the Office of Research Compliance and Integrity on the Allendale Campus at GVSU. Flexible work arrangements may be available according to the GVSU human resources polices. The selected candidate will serve as the primary communication link between Grand Valley State University’s research investigators and the committees supporting research compliance and integrity, primarily human research protections, animal welfare, conflict of interest, responsible conduct of research, and export control. The selected candidate will be responsible for facilitating the protocol review process, supporting the function of the committees, supporting researcher education, and providing additional support to other compliance areas as needed, including, but not limited to, biosafety, radiation safety, and laser safety.

Essential Functions:

• Collect, organize, review, and analyze documentation related to research records and activities in the assigned research compliance area(s) to determine whether proper university, state, and federal requirements are followed.
• Serve as specialist in the assigned area(s) and provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and processes to ensure compliance with applicable protocols, laws, and regulations, while also ensuring adherence to equitable and inclusive practices.
• Serve as liaison between faculty/staff and the Office of Research Compliance and Integrity regarding Compliance Committee submission requirements.
• Assist with the coordination of the activities of compliance committees including the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Laser Safety, and Radiation Safety.
• Facilitate protocol review for IRB and IACUC submissions, including conducting reviews of exempt IRB protocols and human subjects research determinations.
• Coordinate and participate in post-approval monitoring and noncompliance investigations, as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding subjects, records, and review of issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements and Salary:

Opening is for a single position. Position title and salary (range: $46,880 – $70,320) commensurate with experience as detailed below.

Required Qualifications:

Research Compliance Specialist I

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university OR Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to be proactive, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Basic understanding of research ethics and/or at least one area of research compliance (e.g., human subjects research, animal research, export controls, etc.)
• Ability to communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing with professionalism, clarity, and effectiveness
• Skilled in making good decisions based on critical and analytical thinking, experience, and judgment.

Salary range: $46,880 – $52,000

Research Compliance Specialist II

All required qualifications of the Research Compliance Specialist I plus:

• Either of the following:
  • 2 years relevant professional experience
  • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study
• Familiarity with understanding and applying applicable research compliance regulations and guidance
• Familiarity in facilitating research compliance reviews

Salary range: $52,000 – $64,000

Senior Research Compliance Specialist

All required qualifications of the Research Compliance Specialist I plus:

• Any of the following:
  • 5 years relevant professional experience
  • 4 years relevant professional experience and 1 or more relevant certifications (e.g. CIP, CPIA, ECoP, etc.)
  • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 4 years relevant experience
  • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years relevant experience and 1 or more relevant certifications (e.g. CIP, CPIA, ECoP, etc.)
• Proficiency in understanding and applying applicable research compliance regulations and guidance
• Proficiency in facilitating research compliance reviews
• Proficiency in educating, consulting, and guiding faculty, staff, and students in areas of research compliance

Salary range: $64,000 – $70,320

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research administration certification (e.g. CIP, CPIA, ECoP)
• Experience engaging in academic research

• Experience working with diverse individuals and teams

• Experience supporting administrative functions of a college or university faculty committee
• Experience developing and delivering interactive, multi-media training programs
• Experience with website maintenance
• Ability to navigate electronic systems in a near paper-less environment

Position Type: EAP – Executive, Administrative, Professional

Location: Allendale, with possibility of flexible work arrangement https://www.gvsu.edu/fwa/

Department/Division: Center for Scholarly and Creative Excellence

How To Apply: Apply online at www.jobs.gvsu.edu and select “Apply now”.  Please include a cover letter and resume. The online application system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. On the application, you will be required to provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail address for three professional references. If you have questions or need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.