Research Security and Export Control Officer

Seattle Children's Hospital • Seattle, WA

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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, the Officer serves as the institution’s subject matter expert on research security and export controls and partners with functional leaders across the system to carry out these programs. The position oversees institutional systems, processes, and compliance in response to federal and individual agency guidelines for research security and export control.

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 nonprofit.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Seattle Children’s 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 effectuate the research security and export controls compliance programs.
• Oversee institutional systems, processes, and compliance related to research security and export control.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 403(b)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior