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University of Michigan Senior Research Compliance Specialist Ann Arbor, Michigan Apply Now

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Job Summary

The University of Michigan Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is seeking a Senior Research Compliance Specialist to provide support in the areas of research security, research information security, and international engagement policy and compliance. The position requires excellent attention to detail, communication, initiative, and the ability to effectively manage competing high-priority tasks. The position will report to the Executive Director, Research Security and Assistant Director, Research Information Security.

Responsibilities

• Track and review updates to federal requirements in the areas of research security, research information security, and international research with implications for the university's compliance program, including applicable laws, regulations, policies, and guidance.
• Identify university policy or guidance related to and potentially impacted by new or updated federal requirements and assist with the development or modification of guidance and resources.
• Review, establish, and manage research security and research information security proposal and contract requirements.
• Assist with risk assessments and management.
• Support cross-institutional efforts to address research security and research information security, including the development and documentation of a research security program.
• Assist in the development of communications, resources, and updates to web, training, and other information.
• Develop knowledge of the work and processes of other unit compliance teams and work collaboratively as needed.
• Serve as resource and liaison for faculty and administrators.
• Draft documents, including business process documents, agendas, meeting highlights, and correspondence.
• Assist with required reports and reporting.
• Attend related meetings and conferences as needed.
• Track news and updates and associated national meetings in the areas of research security and international research engagement.

Required Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO / AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

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