Research Integrity and Compliance Manager

The Research Integrity and Compliance (RIC) Manager is a managerial position of the Research Integrity and Compliance team responsible for managing the process to ensure that all research activities conducted at the University of Minnesota adhere to the highest ethical standards and comply with all applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies. This role involves managing, developing, and facilitating training for researchers, conducting audits and investigations for research integrity and compliance matters, promoting a culture of research integrity, and managing one staff member.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Research Ethics and Integrity Education Management (40%)

• Manage the development of educational materials and web pages to promote research ethics and integrity
• Oversee staff support for the coordination and communication of the University's Research Ethics Week events and website updates
• Collaborate with Director to increase outreach and engagement in the research community for research integrity and ethics education and training opportunities
• Lead projects to develop online microlearning and custom learning solutions for the Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research using variety of delivery methods, such as Canvas, PowerPoint, Zoom, etc.
• Work with the Manager of the Certified Approver Program to manage the needs of the CA Community

Research Compliance and Misconduct Audits and Investigations (30%)

• Manage sensitive communications, reports, and evidence for research misconduct reviews
• Manage the gathering of and analysis of the data in research misconduct allegation inquiries and investigations
• Monitor workflow for research compliance and integrity and work with staff to ensure timely completion of the review of any allegations
• Compile reports for submission to federal regulatory agencies in cases of research misconduct and non-compliance matters for the Research Integrity Officer (RIO) and Deputy DIO
• Coordinate meetings for research misconduct panels and interviews with staff

Research Security and Export Controls Support (20%)

• Provide support for research security and export controls guidance for the Duluth campus per the support and guidance of the Assistant Director of RIC
• Assist in supporting growing research security needs for the University

Management (10%)

• Manage one staff member and provide coaching and leadership as their manager
• Regularly check and respond to emails in the RIC Program email account
• Support a cross-collaboration with the research security program within RIC to support their needs as directed
• Other duties as assigned

Flexible Work Profile

The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) and the Research Integrity and Compliance office (RIC) endorses a "work with flexibility" approach that offers a welcoming and flexible work environment where everyone is inspired to do their best. Work location options include working fully remote, partially remote, or entirely in the office and are based on the work of the position. Some on-site work may be necessary for certain positions, even those designated as fully remote.

The Research Integrity Compliance office management retains the right to modify flexible work arrangement agreements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at any time.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with at least six years of related experience in research compliance, research integrity, clinical research, laboratory research, or regulatory affairs

Preferred Qualifications

• MA/MS/MPH degree or higher in a relevant field, such as the STEM disciplines, law, ethics, and/or education
• Prior experience in research compliance field, including work with the IRB, IACUC, and/ or IBC
• Prior experience in research integrity and misconduct reviews
• Experience managing 1-3 staff

The University of Minnesota's Research Integrity and Compliance Program is part of the Research and Innovation Office (RIO). The RIC Program is responsible system-wide for responsible conduct of research, research misconduct, U.S. export controls and economic sanctions, research security, the certified approver program, and research policy management. Our mission is to protect the institution's reputation, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in research, safeguard the economic and national security interests of research stakeholders, and promote responsible research practices that support the advancement of knowledge and innovation.

Pay Range: $86,528.00-$110,011.20; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).