Research Data Compliance Specialist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Data Compliance Specialist (RDCS) reports to the Director, Office of Research Integrity & Compliance and the Data Discovery and Development Team in the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. The role supports research resource management and technical administration of key initiatives, working with administrators, faculty, staff, and fellows/students to interpret regulations, policies, and other obligations related to research data security and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. The position provides scientific and technical consultation on compliance matters, research data management, dataset repositories, data handling, and institutional systems containing secure information. It contributes to continuous research data monitoring, institution-wide policies and procedures, training, compliant collaboration and data-sharing, and implementation of research data security measures. The specialist also represents research interests on data compliance committees and groups and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience with acquisition and management of research-derived datasets and standards related to their use, sharing, and storage.
Bachelor’s or graduate degree in a related field, professional certification such as AHIC, or a minimum of five years of work experience in a position directly related to management and manipulation of research data.
Four years of experience in compliance or compliance-related fields.
Three years of experience with and understanding of scientific fields and scientific data management.
Proficiency with MS PowerPoint and Excel, spreadsheets, and data-gathering and analysis tools.
Ability to translate sophisticated scientific topics into non-technical language.
Investigative nature and strong analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail to identify potential trends, issues, and process enhancements.
Demonstrated ability to develop training materials and provide individual training as appropriate.
Working knowledge of information-system technology and cybersecurity principles, including vulnerability scanning, network security principles, authentication and authorization, and incident response.
Ability to think through and work on sophisticated issues critically and strategically.
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, reporting, and data visualization skills.
Strong project, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and develop process efficiencies.
Ability to work independently and appropriately escalate issues for resolution.
Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
Knowledge of IRB processes and procedures and Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) operations.
Ability to set and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Coding skills in languages such as SQL or Python.
Experience with statistical software such as SAS or SPSS.

Responsibilities

Handle multiple areas of compliance for the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute and provide scientific and technical consultation on federal and government regulations, institutional policies and procedures, and national best practices.
Support grant applicants, awardees, and staff with data management and selection and use of repositories for datasets of varying size and complexity.
Guide researchers on procedures for handling research data, confidential information, proprietary materials, documents, and equipment in accordance with regulatory, institutional, contractual, and other requirements.
Assist in developing and executing a continuous research data monitoring program.
Inventory and document institutional systems that may contain Federal Contract Information (FCI), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and other secure data, and coordinate efforts to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
Assist in developing, maintaining, training on, and monitoring coordinated institution-wide policies and procedures related to research data and technology, including requirements stemming from funding and agreements and requirements such as FCI, CUI, PHI, HIPAA, FERPA, PII, GDPR, and NSPM-33.
Develop content and provide training and consultation to facilitate collaboration, data management, and data-sharing in support of compliant research collaboration and innovation.
Participate in implementing research data security policies and procedures and represent research interests on data compliance-related committees and groups.
Uphold professional and business conduct standards, adhere to the Code of Conduct and applicable policies, rules, and regulations, promote a culture of compliance, and respond to identified compliance concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
Employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
403(b) plan with a 5% employer match.
Voluntary benefits including supplemental life, AD&D and disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan servicing and support.
Adoption benefits.
Backup childcare and eldercare.
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
Discount purchasing program.
The rewards package may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.