General Information
Job Description | RSCH CMPLNC ANL 3 | Working Title | Research Integrity Analyst |
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Job Code | 006230 | Grade | 22 |
Department Name | Research Compliance - D01234 | Department Head | |
Supervisor | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research compliance professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organization policies/procedures to apply federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and guidelines, and promotes best practices. Interacts frequently with investigators, persons in other organization departments and occasionally persons outside the University that will require the use of tact and independent judgment, knowledge of standards and best practices, and counseling to resolve a wide range of research compliance issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Errors or omissions may ultimately place research participant at undo risk and/or compromise the institution's assurance of regulatory compliance with the federal government. |
Department Custom Scope
UCR's Office of Research Integrity (ORI) promotes the highest standards of research excellence and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. This position is responsible for providing support and leadership to various research compliance areas covered by the ORI. The Research Integrity Analyst will be the primary contact for several compliance committees (Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Stem Cell Research Oversight (SCRO), Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC)) and provide back up for others (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) & Institutional Review Board (IRB)). The Research Integrity Analyst will serve as a resource to faculty, make sure that federal and state laws, as well as UC policy, are applied correctly. The Research Integrity Analyst will steward several committees and work closely with faculty to ensure that research is done ethically. This position also interacts with a variety of campus and system-wide offices to facilitate the management, administration and conduct of research. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Advanced degree in related area. | Preferred |
Degree in biomedical related field. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
Experience | Requirement |
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
Certification | Requirement |
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Relevant compliance certification (if applicable). | Preferred |
Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Applies research compliance professional concepts to review and pre-review complex research protocols, as well as documentation of research. | 20 |
Provides guidance on preparing and revising research applications. | 10 |
Reviews complex research protocols applying Federal regulations, State regulations, and University policies to ensure and document University compliance. | 10 |
Determines appropriate level of review. | 5 |
Communicates with researchers and provides guidance on how to resolve particular issues and meet requirements of external regulatory bodies, and properly documents these actions in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. | 10 |
Trains individuals and departments on relevant compliance process, forms and policies. | 10 |
Provides assistance and support during the research misconduct process. Works on policy, outreach and implementation of the process for the campus. Participates in UC-systemwide calls to ensure that office is up to date on current best practices. | 10 |
Working with others in the office, provides administrative support and leadership for several research compliance committees (Institutional bio-safety committee, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, Institutional Review Boards), as well as other committees that are not as active (SCRO, DURC). Provides in-depth review of assigned grant awards and MTAs to ensure compliance, and assists investigators when protocol modifications are needed to address grant and MTA issues | 20 |
Provides committee support including meeting coordination, maintenance of committee records, coordination of review process, tracking of required updates and renewals, and database management | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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Demonstrated self-discipline and sound, independent judgment completing complex assignments. | Required |
Thorough knowledge and ability to apply all relevant Federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and federal guidance documents. | Required |
Thorough knowledge and experience with quantitative and qualitative research design; scientific research concepts and terminology. | Required |
Demonstrated proficiency in public speaking, and writing. | Required |
Conflict of Interest: Understanding of stock options, consulting agreements and other corporate documents related to research and analysis of potential conflicts of interest. | Required |
Knowledge of biosafety principles and policies. | Preferred |
Thorough knowledge of compliance research regulations and guidance. | Preferred |
Ability to exercise good judgement in assessing risk level and contacting appropriate delegate during the review of research | Preferred |
Superb time management, organizational and customer service skills. | Preferred |
Sufficient understanding of biological research procedures to assess protocols involving biohazards and animals. | Preferred |
Ability to effectively prioritize workload and competing deadlines. | Preferred |
Ability to work with a diverse range of customers/stakeholders. | Required |
Demonstrated proficiency with clear and efficient written and oral communication. | Required |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
GeneralSupervision |
Environment
Working Environment
Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: No |