Job Title Executive Director, Research Compliance Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Assoc Vp For Research & Grad Studies Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Kingsville, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Job Summary This position is responsible for assuring that all research activities associated with Texas A&M University-Kingsville are planned and conducted in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, Texas A&M University System policies, and University rules and procedures. The Executive Director of Research Compliance is responsible for developing and maintaining programs to facilitate compliance with federal, state, Texas A&M University System, and University regulations pertaining to research. The Executive Director will manage research compliance activities, work with the University's IRB, IBC, and IACUC committees, liaise with the Texas A&M University System Office of Research Compliance, and provide technical Export Controls advice. Areas of oversight and administrative support include research involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, recombinant DNA and biohazardous materials; occupational health; export controls compliance; financial conflict of interest (FCOI) compliance management, and research misconduct. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Provides leadership for departmental functions, including planning, directing, and evaluating operations, with a specific emphasis on research compliance. + Oversees research compliance activities, including, but not limited to, daily management, coordination, communication, planning, implementation, and monitoring. + Establishes and implements short- and long-term goals, objectives, metrics, and standard operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness and implements changes as needed for improvement. + Manages the strategic planning and development of integrated programs that align with university goals, particularly in the area of research compliance. + Facilitates compliance with federal, state, Texas A&M University System, and university regulations pertaining to research. + Serves as a liaison and coordinates working relationships with academic and non-academic units across the university. + Develops, directs, and implements components of the compliance program, including faculty and staff training, monitoring, record-keeping, monthly and annual reporting, and other compliance issues that adhere to applicable government regulations and institutional policies and practices. + Develops and delivers on-campus training programs for researchers and compliance staff, ensuring they are well-informed of relevant regulations, policies, and best practices. Collaborates with research compliance staff to design and implement effective training initiatives that support the university’s research compliance objectives. + Acts as an expert resource to the university community regarding matters related to research compliance operations. + Recommends new departmental and university-wide policies or revisions to existing policies. + Maintains university assurances with federal agencies. + Manages research compliance activities, working with the university’s IRB, IBC, and IACUC committees; liaises with the Texas A&M University System Office of Research Compliance, and provides technical advice on export controls. + Oversees research involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, recombinant DNA and biosafety, export controls compliance, financial conflict of interest (FCOI) management, and research misconduct. + Stays informed on current and emerging issues in research administration and compliance by reading relevant journals, attending professional conferences, and maintaining effective communication with colleagues nationwide. + Participates in training and professional development sessions. + May serve on various boards, committees, and working groups, both internally and externally. The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Minimum Requirements Required Education and Experience: + Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Eight years of professional experience in research compliance activities, including two years as a supervisor. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Knowledge of research compliance regulations for human subjects research, vertebrate animal research, research with biohazardous materials, research misconduct, financial conflict of interest, and export control. + Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI and Outlook). + Ability to work with investigators develop an environment that promotes research while simultaneously working with committees to establish a culture of compliance. Preferred Qualifications: + Export Compliance Professional (ECOP) Accreditation, + Certified IRB Professional (CIP) and/or + Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA) Other Requirements This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at Texas A&M University-Kingsville . A resume may be submitted in addition to a completed employment application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including a satisfactory completion of the criminal history check. Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi (population: ~300,000) and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo. The region boasts world-class fishing and birding, access to the longest, undeveloped barrier island in the world (Padre Island National Seashore), and a friendly, diverse community rich in history and culture. About Texas A&M University - Kingsville: Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas, and is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. As the first public institution of higher education in South Texas, TAMUK’s mission is dedicated to transforming lives and creating well-rounded leaders through a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning and the pursuit of research and discovery. With a focus on student success, the University offers high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral education. Our graduates advance the vitality of their communities, both locally and globally, with courage and integrity. TAMUK's approximately 6,600 students reflect the rich ethnic diversity of South Texas, with about 65% of the student body being of Hispanic origin. The university comprises five colleges, namely the College of Arts & Sciences, the College of Business and Administration, the Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering, the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the College of Education and Human Performance. TAMUK holds the R2 Carnegie classification for Doctoral Universities with High Research Activity, signifying our strong commitment to research. Supervision of Others This position generally supervises employees. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.