[Hiring] Research Compliance Specialist @The Community Solution Education System

Role Description

The Research Compliance Specialist provides comprehensive support for the institution’s research compliance program, including compliance monitoring and education and training. The Specialist will:

• Conduct compliance assessments and support audits.
• Partner with academic and administrative units to promote research integrity and accountability.
• Develop and deliver human research protections training for faculty, staff, and students.
• Create educational materials, coordinate workshops and webinars.
• Serve as a key resource for faculty, staff, and external partners, ensuring adherence to federal regulations, institutional policies, and best practices in human subjects research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., research compliance, public health, social sciences, etc.) and 3 years relevant program experience.
• Experience with human subjects research, IRB operations, research compliance, education and training.
• Familiarity with compliance auditing or monitoring practices.
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing research and institutional policies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Experience developing training programs or educational materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and service-oriented approach.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic research/compliance systems.
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment using tools such as Zoom.

Requirements

• Conduct for-cause audits authorized by the IRB or institutional official.
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews of research protocols and documentation.
• Write reports and communicate findings with investigators, committees, and appropriate parties.
• Monitor adherence to IRB determinations, continuing review obligations, and reporting requirements.
• Support internal audits relating to research governance.
• Identify potential compliance gaps and recommend corrective action.
• Collaborate with IRB and sponsored programs offices to maintain compliance frameworks.
• Design and implement training programs on IRB submission processes, federal regulations, and best practices in human subject protections for both socio-behavioral and biomedical research.
• Develop written and multimedia resources (guides, FAQs, webinars).
• Partner with departments to offer tailored training sessions and support.
• Track training participation and recommend improvements to curricula.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and emerging trends in research compliance education.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the IRB Director.

Benefits

• Base compensation budgeted at $68,000-$70,000.
• Generous paid time-off.
• Medical and dental insurance coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Regular employee appreciation events.