Director of Research Integrity and Compliance

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Closing Date:

07/31/2025

Type of Position:

Research Compliance

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Office of Sponsored Programs

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Director of Research Integrity and Compliance leads the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance (ORIC). Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research Administration, the Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the University's research compliance programs. These include human subjects protection (IRB), animal care and use (IACUC), biosafety (IBC), radiation safety, conflicts of interest and commitment (COI/C), and research misconduct (as assigned). The Director ensures institutional compliance with applicable federal, state, and sponsor regulations and promotes a culture of ethical and responsible research conduct across the University.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide strategic direction and oversight for all research compliance programs.

Lead the development, implementation, and revision of institutional policies and procedures related to research integrity and compliance.

Supervise and evaluate the work of the core ORIC staff, and their work with compliance committees including the IRB, IACUC, and IBC; and ensure compliance with OHRP, USDA, NIH, CDC, NRC, and other agency requirements.

Maintain all required institutional registrations, assurances, and licenses related to research compliance.

Design and deliver training programs on the responsible conduct of research (RCR) and other compliance topics for faculty, staff, and students.

Respond to and manage compliance concerns and incidents, including investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up.

Act as the primary liaison with federal and state regulatory bodies and sponsors on matters related to research compliance.

Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and best practices; proactively adapt University policies and programs as needed.

Represent the University on system-wide and national research compliance and ethics committees as time permits.

Manage operational budgets, personnel, and information systems supporting compliance functions.

When tasked by the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation, fills the role of Research Integrity Officer (RIO) and coordinates inquiries and investigations into allegations of research misconduct in accordance with 42 CFR Part 93 and University policy.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific, legal, or health-related discipline

• At least six to 10 years of progressively responsible research compliance experience in a university, academic medical center, or comparable research organization

• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience managing professional staff

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree (e.g., MS, JD, MPH, MBA with regulatory focus, PhD)

• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIP, CPIA, CRA, RAPS)

• Experience managing multiple compliance domains

• Demonstrated success with electronic research administration and compliance system 

• Experience leading institutional compliance programs during audits or external reviews

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Expert knowledge of federal research regulations, including 45 CFR 46 (human subjects), 21 CFR 312–812 (FDA), 42 CFR 93 (research misconduct), USDA regulations (animal research), NIH guidelines (biosafety) 

• Exposure to export control (EAR/ITAR) and cybersecurity standards in a research setting

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policy and procedure in a complex regulatory environment

• Strong analytical, investigatory, and judgment skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across disciplines and with external stakeholders

• Proven leadership and team management skills 

• High ethical standards and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$131,336 to $170,736

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Julia Menke, Sr. HR Partner, jmenke@uark.edu
Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes