Position Title:Conflict of Interest and Commitment (COIC) Administrator Job Group:Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications:Experience in research compliance in a higher education environment Experience developing and maintaining SaaS and tracking systems Experience with process improvement Understanding of research compliance Job Description: Are you a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and a passion for ensuring ethical practices? Are you looking for a position with excellent work-life balance and a great team environment? If so, The Office of Research Ethics (ORE) at Iowa State University (ISU) is seeking exceptional candidates to fill the role of Conflict of Interest and Commitment (COIC) Administrator! The Office of Research Ethics is inclusive of all components of the administration of research regulations and policies, including training and compliance activities for human subjects, animals, biohazards, radiation safety, conflicts of interest and commitment, and export controls. The Unit reports to the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR). The ORE promotes an ethical research environment that fosters honesty, integrity, and a sense of community. The research administrators within the office ensure that University research conducted on or off the ISU campus, including collaborative research with other institutions, is conducted in compliance with university, local, state, federal, and funding agency regulations. The COIC Administrator, under limited direction from the Assistant Director/COIC Manager, will administer ISU’s conflicts of interest in research program. The position oversees the conflict of interest disclosure process; uses independent judgment to interpret and apply relevant federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policy; reviews required disclosures; works collaboratively to develop and implement policies, procedures, practices, and training efforts; and is responsible for the conflict of interest disclosure system. The position works independently and directly with ISU employees to provide advice, guidance, and practical application of relevant regulations and policies. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working independently or on a team. Attention-to-detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential to be successful in the position. Additionally, excellent interpersonal, oral, written communication, and creative problem-solving skills are necessary for success. Lastly, the successful candidate will possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. This position will be hired as a Research Administrator II. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before start of employment. The successful candidate has the ability to work on-site in Ames if they prefer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Level Guidelines• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity• Provides guidance to students Appointment Type:Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period Time Type:Full time Pay Grade:PS808 Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager. Original Posting Date: October 23, 2024 Posting Close Date:November 5, 2024 Job Requisition Number:R15766 By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu . If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 . General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.