Research Integrity Administrator

Rice University•Houston, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Research Integrity supports the Rice research community’s highest standards of research integrity and scholarly excellence. The office partners with faculty, staff, and students to foster an innovative and productive research environment within an appropriate ethical, legal, and professional framework. Through collaboration, education, and administrative support, the office helps ensure that research activities are conducted responsibly and in compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements. The Compliance Administrator III oversees and facilitates the coordination and enhancement of conflict of interest and research integrity programs in accordance with Rice’s mission. This position assists in developing and implementing departmental initiatives while providing administrative and program support to the department.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
3+ years of related experience in research compliance activities
Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements for university research (e.g., research integrity, conflicts of interest, research security, intellectual property protection, and research commercialization)
Advanced knowledge of university research administration, including sponsored programs and related reporting requirements
Significant working knowledge of research administration procedures and terminology, including programmatic solutions that meet standard and unique federal and industry agreement requirements
Ability to lead committees and teams to achieve university and departmental goals
Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze digital business data, including tracking key performance indicators and preparing administrative reports for appropriate oversight and action
Outstanding customer service approach that simultaneously supports multiple stakeholders and achieves successful resolutions
Ability to communicate complex and highly technical issues professionally, clearly, concisely, and persuasively to all levels of the institution (e.g., university administrators, faculty, students, and other research personnel)
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities of varying complexity and visibility
Ability to maintain the confidentiality and privacy of sensitive matters using tact and sound judgment
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a relevant field
2 years of experience managing staff or teams
Certification in one or more areas of research compliance (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA), Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC), etc.)
2 years of experience teaching or delivering training workshops to diverse groups

Responsibilities

Works with the Regulatory Services Manager to develop and implement short- and long-term research integrity and compliance initiatives and serves as a backup for the RSM as needed
Ensures that the research conflict of interest program meets the seven elements of an effective compliance program
Develops, implements, and manages efficient policies and procedures to facilitate research compliance oversight in accordance with federal regulatory, accreditation, and institutional requirements
Leads the continuous improvement of departmental operations, including compliance processes, educational campaigns, electronic systems, and reporting
Performs analyses and investigations of research activities to determine compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
Works with stakeholders to develop remediation actions, as needed
Serves as a technical advisor to ORI staff on complex regulatory and procedural issues
Coordinates and assists with inquiries and audits involving complex and sensitive matters of research integrity and compliance
Develops and coordinates reports for oversight agencies and sponsors, as appropriate
Serves as an advisor to the campus community regarding relevant and emerging regulations, their interpretation, and application
Delegates and supervises the completion of tasks by other staff, committees, and teams
Coordinates university alignment with accreditation requirements, quality assurance activities, and best practices
Performs all other duties as assigned.