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Indiana University

Assistant Director (Research Compliance Leader)

Indiana University, Martinsville, Indiana, United States, 46151

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Overview

Assistant Director (Research Compliance Leader) RESEARCH COMPLIANCE (UA-RCIN-IUINA) – The Indiana University (IU) Human Research Protection Program (HRPP), within the Office for Research Compliance, ensures that human subject research conducted at IU campuses and affiliated hospitals is carried out in an ethically compliant manner. The day-to-day operations of the IU Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) are administered and supported by the IU Human Subjects Office (HSO). HSO staff provide guidance to researchers on whether an activity requires IRB review and may consult with IRB members as needed. The Quality Improvement Office conducts not-for-cause and for-cause audits of human subjects research. HRPP staff are available to answer questions and offer educational and training opportunities related to human subjects research.

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day operational management of research compliance staff and leadership for associated research compliance activities.

Establishes short-term operational objectives.

Develops program concepts, objectives, and deliverables; formulates program guidelines, criteria, and policies/procedures; establishes metrics to measure productivity and recognize areas of concern; develops SOPs for workflow processes according to regulatory guidelines.

Identifies operational issues and/or areas of improvement and implements solutions to improve processes and/or operational efficiency.

Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates performance of assigned staff; establishes work priorities, conducts performance reviews, and provides corrective action as needed.

Ensures adequate staffing and effective scheduling; participates in and informs employment decisions for assigned staff.

Provides direct supervision and oversight of assigned staff and activities; is accountable for the performance of the team and/or assigned staff.

Ensures and provides training to assigned staff to improve research compliance protocols; researches and identifies development opportunities for assigned staff.

Keeps next-level leader(s) informed of trends and significant problems.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree (preferably in related field)

Work Experience :

5 years experience consulting and advising on research compliance

Experience with IRB convened board meeting procedures

Licenses and Certificates :

Certified IRB Professional (CIP) upon date of hire

Skills :

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent collaboration and team building skills

Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback

Instills commitment to organizational goals

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to compliance programs

Work arrangement This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work and periods of time moving around an office environment and campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana. This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change based on university policy and business needs.

Benefits For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Additional information Career Level: Operational

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Compliance

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. It may close earlier at the University’s discretion but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all IU campuses, is available online. You may request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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