Senior Research Compliance Administrator

Texas A&M University System • Dallas, TX

12d • $6,251 - $9,583

About The Position

The Senior Research Compliance Administrator works under general direction as a subject matter expert on research compliance across the Texas A&M University System. The role administers the evaluation of compliance matters and programs, serves as a liaison with System members, participates in training and improvement efforts, and coordinates the development of guidelines and standard operating procedures.

The position supports System-wide research compliance programs covering human-subjects research, animal research oversight, research biohazards, financial conflicts of interest, research misconduct, AI in research, and other areas. Duties include reviewing protocols and records, participating in site visits, preparing reports, developing and maintaining SOPs, advising System members, and keeping current with applicable institutional guidance and federal regulations. Some domestic travel is required. This is a security-sensitive position restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.
• Excellent organizational, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Some domestic travel.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
• Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation; employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other required information, including completion of the criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Support Research Compliance Office leadership in administering research compliance programs across System members, including human-subjects research, animal research oversight, research biohazards, financial conflicts of interest, research misconduct, and AI in research.
• Manage research compliance processes and projects, schedule visits, review approved protocols and related records, participate in on-site visits, and prepare reports for System leaders.
• Conduct preliminary programmatic reviews of System member SOPs, committee functions, website content, and protocols, including post-approval monitoring; help develop recommendations and strategies for program improvements.
• Serve as a liaison with System members and external stakeholders on research compliance questions, concerns, and incidents.
• Coordinate, plan, develop, and participate in training activities, including seminars, newsletters, electronic communications, and regular System-wide meetings.
• Participate in site visits to build relationships and provide training and guidance on applicable regulations.
• Administer the development and maintenance of SOPs and other guidance, and ensure processes are followed through periodic review of office procedures.
• Participate in change management for revised or new research compliance requirements and processes.
• Maintain databases and prepare and distribute reports on compliance activities and other metrics.
• Provide expert guidance to System members in multiple areas of research compliance.
• Stay current on research compliance best practices, institutional guidelines, and federal regulations; assist with accreditation activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Defined benefit retirement plan with employer contribution through the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• If applicable, defined contribution retirement plan with employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor
• Additional voluntary tax-deferred annuity options
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs to promote work/life balance

What This Job Offers

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