Program Manager (Research Compliance)

Texas A&M•Laredo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager (Research Compliance), under direction, plans, organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day activities, developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the program. This role involves coordinating institutional research compliance activities, assisting faculty, staff, and students with research regulations, reviewing protocols, supporting compliance committees, and developing training materials. The position also involves compiling metrics, maintaining records, and assisting with audits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Higher Education Administration, Research Administration, or a closely related field.
Five years of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other office productivity applications.
Knowledge of research compliance principles, regulations, and administrative processes.
Knowledge of policy interpretation, records management, and report preparation.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, students, staff, and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work collaboratively in addressing compliance-related matters.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day activities, developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the program.
Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program.
Assists with the development and production of materials designed for the program.
Develops and conducts programs including leadership training, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Supervises program support staff and student assistants.
Assists with yearly budgetary and contract processes.
Prepares vouchers, purchase orders, and requisitions and coordinates with accounting personnel and other support staff.
Researches, develops, writes white papers, grant applications, and prepares presentations.
Maintains and develops communications between partners by attending meetings and conference calls.
Coordinate institutional research compliance activities and assist faculty, staff, and students in navigating applicable federal, state, sponsor, and university research regulations and requirements.
Review research protocols, proposals, and related documentation for compliance with applicable policies and regulatory requirements and provide guidance regarding corrective actions and process improvements.
Support the administration of institutional compliance committees, including agenda preparation, documentation, record maintenance, follow-up activities, and communication of committee determinations.
Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of research compliance policies, procedures, guidance documents, and educational resources.
Develop and deliver training, workshops, and outreach activities to promote compliance awareness and foster a culture of responsible research conduct across the University.
Compile compliance metrics, maintain records, prepare reports, and assist with audits, assessments, and monitoring activities related to research compliance programs.