Career Center at Portland State University
Research Integrity Program Manager
Career Center at Portland State University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Position Details
Proposed Start Date:
12/01/2025
Classification Title:
Legal and Compliance
Rank:
N - No Rank
Working Title:
Research Integrity Program Manager
Department:
400501 - RIO Research Integrity Admin
Position Number:
D93137
Representation:
AU - AAUP, Renewable
FTE:
1.0
Tenure Status:
N - not applicable
Position Summary The Research Integrity Program Manager is a professional staff member in the division of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) at Portland State University (PSU). The job involves managing federally-required compliance programs associated with research activity, serving on the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and providing compliance and ethics approvals to University researchers for a diverse portfolio of sponsored and non‑sponsored research. The role also involves negotiating collaborative agreements with external research partner institutions and providing regulatory and program oversight for multiple research compliance programs.
RGS supports PSU’s compliance with regulations governing research activities through the development and management of research integrity and compliance programs in areas including Human Research Protections, Animal Care and Use, Biological Safety, Research Security, Export Controls, and Financial Conflicts of Interest. The division oversees and facilitates PSU’s compliance with new and existing federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, as well as institutional policies governing research and scholarly activities.
Minimum Qualifications
BA/BS with 4–6 years of related experience working in research integrity or research administration, or Master’s degree with 2+ years of related experience. Must have working knowledge of research ethics and compliance regulations and best practices.
Demonstrated experience using multiple resources and references to understand complex regulations, laws and policies and ability to plan and carry out multiphase projects, including modifying techniques to solve a wide range of issues related to research integrity and compliance program oversight.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills and providing excellent customer service to a variety of audiences.
Experience with research software and database systems and developing forms/processes using prescribed resources.
Experience drafting policy, procedures and guidance documents for research integrity and compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
Broad knowledge of overall research administration with experience in a University environment.
Working experience in interpreting regulations and policies and making practical application to research activities.
Professional experience in providing administrative support to faculty committees.
Working experience with formal documentation and maintaining confidentiality.
Demonstrated reasoning and problem‑solving skills by making effective decisions and recommendations in the workplace.
Familiar with updating webpages.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Generally Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge, and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position is between $65,544 and $81,054 but may be negotiated above this range depending on the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent
benefits package
includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our
total compensation calculator
to see the full value of our benefits package.
Application Instructions To apply, please upload the following required documents.
Required Documents
Resume – outlining professional experience and education
Cover letter – describing your interest in this position at PSU (about one page)
List of three professional references – include name, title, company, relationship to applicant (e.g., supervisor), email, and phone number. We will not contact references without notifying the candidate first.
Optional Documents Optional documents may be submitted but are not required.
Additional Information The start date is negotiable.
Posting Close Date Application screening begins 10/24/2025. Posting is open until finalists are identified.
Contact Information Leah Polhemus Interim Assistant Director, Research Integrity & Compliance Research & Graduate Studies Portland State University polhemus@pdx.edu (503) 725‑9814
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Proposed Start Date:
12/01/2025
Classification Title:
Legal and Compliance
Rank:
N - No Rank
Working Title:
Research Integrity Program Manager
Department:
400501 - RIO Research Integrity Admin
Position Number:
D93137
Representation:
AU - AAUP, Renewable
FTE:
1.0
Tenure Status:
N - not applicable
Position Summary The Research Integrity Program Manager is a professional staff member in the division of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) at Portland State University (PSU). The job involves managing federally-required compliance programs associated with research activity, serving on the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and providing compliance and ethics approvals to University researchers for a diverse portfolio of sponsored and non‑sponsored research. The role also involves negotiating collaborative agreements with external research partner institutions and providing regulatory and program oversight for multiple research compliance programs.
RGS supports PSU’s compliance with regulations governing research activities through the development and management of research integrity and compliance programs in areas including Human Research Protections, Animal Care and Use, Biological Safety, Research Security, Export Controls, and Financial Conflicts of Interest. The division oversees and facilitates PSU’s compliance with new and existing federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, as well as institutional policies governing research and scholarly activities.
Minimum Qualifications
BA/BS with 4–6 years of related experience working in research integrity or research administration, or Master’s degree with 2+ years of related experience. Must have working knowledge of research ethics and compliance regulations and best practices.
Demonstrated experience using multiple resources and references to understand complex regulations, laws and policies and ability to plan and carry out multiphase projects, including modifying techniques to solve a wide range of issues related to research integrity and compliance program oversight.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills and providing excellent customer service to a variety of audiences.
Experience with research software and database systems and developing forms/processes using prescribed resources.
Experience drafting policy, procedures and guidance documents for research integrity and compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
Broad knowledge of overall research administration with experience in a University environment.
Working experience in interpreting regulations and policies and making practical application to research activities.
Professional experience in providing administrative support to faculty committees.
Working experience with formal documentation and maintaining confidentiality.
Demonstrated reasoning and problem‑solving skills by making effective decisions and recommendations in the workplace.
Familiar with updating webpages.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Generally Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge, and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position is between $65,544 and $81,054 but may be negotiated above this range depending on the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent
benefits package
includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our
total compensation calculator
to see the full value of our benefits package.
Application Instructions To apply, please upload the following required documents.
Required Documents
Resume – outlining professional experience and education
Cover letter – describing your interest in this position at PSU (about one page)
List of three professional references – include name, title, company, relationship to applicant (e.g., supervisor), email, and phone number. We will not contact references without notifying the candidate first.
Optional Documents Optional documents may be submitted but are not required.
Additional Information The start date is negotiable.
Posting Close Date Application screening begins 10/24/2025. Posting is open until finalists are identified.
Contact Information Leah Polhemus Interim Assistant Director, Research Integrity & Compliance Research & Graduate Studies Portland State University polhemus@pdx.edu (503) 725‑9814
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