Research Security and Export Control Officer

Seattle Children's•Seattle, WA

4d•$110,122 - $165,182

About The Position

The Research Security Officer is responsible for implementing and maintaining Seattle Children’s research security and export controls compliance programs. Reporting to the Vice President for Research Administration, this position serves as the institution’s subject matter expert on research security and export controls and partners with functional leaders throughout the system to implement the programs. The role oversees institutional systems, processes, and compliance in response to federal and individual agency research security and export control guidelines.

Requirements

In-depth understanding of ITAR, EAR, OFAC regulations, and federal contracting requirements.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
Proven experience developing and implementing research compliance programs, global trade compliance, and/or research operations.
Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of direct experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and experience.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in academic research or another non-profit organization.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain the research security and export controls compliance programs.
Serve as the institution’s subject matter expert on research security and export controls.
Partner with functional leaders throughout the system to implement the compliance programs.
Oversee institutional systems, processes, and compliance related to research security and export controls.