Assistant Vice President, Research Compliance And Security

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President for Research and Business Engagement (VPRBE), the Research Compliance Officer will develop, oversee, enforce, and maintain a comprehensive research compliance and security program for the University of Akron.

Essential Functions:

75% - Work very closely with University Legal Counsel and other University departments as needed to develop and implement policies, processes, and guidance to maintain institutional compliance with diverse governmental regulations related specifically to research including: research involving human and animal subjects, Biosafety (in collaboration with Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety), Export Control, Controlled Unclassified Information and Research Security, Conflicts of Interest and Commitment pertaining to research, Foreign Influence in University Research, Responsible Conduct of Research including research misconduct, Data Management and Sharing plans, and other regulatory compliance requirements that may arise over time.

10% - Develop and implement compliance training programs for faculty, staff, and student researchers and monitor and review compliance.

5% - Assist with allegations of suspected research noncompliance in conjunction with other University offices, including the VPRBE and Legal Counsel.

5% - Serve as Facility Security Officer for the University.

Additional Position Information:

Education:

Requires a relevant Master's Degree.

Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:

Must be eligible for employment in areas governed by the US Patriot Act and the Public Health and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002. Must successfully complete a Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Investigation security risk assessment background check.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of at least 4 years of progressively more responsible work experience in research administration and management and research compliance along with an additional 2 years in office management. Excellent knowledge and interpretation of complex federal regulations and ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical and useful guidance for researchers. Ability to communicate and work effectively with the University community, other universities, federal agencies and other regulatory authorities, and project sponsors. Must be detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy, and excellent project management skills. Must possess a high degree of integrity, initiative, and the ability to work independently and handle sensitive and confidential information. Terminal degree preferred (PhD., JD, DVM, etc.).

Leadership:

Functional guidance over nonexempt staff including general scheduling, assigning tasks and monitoring work activities. Supervision of other research compliance and security staff.

Physical Requirements:

Job is physically comfortable; individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking, standing, etc. May occasionally lift very lightweight objects.

Working Conditions:

Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions and/or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems. Near continuous use (>70% of the time) of a video display terminal.

Application Instructions:

In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Application Deadline:

Review of applicants will begin on September 25, 2025.

Compensation:

The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Natasha Kuzmina

Email:

nkuzmina@uakron.edu

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.