Assistant Biosafety Officer

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Robust retirement plans

Paid time off including holidays

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Research Compliance Specialist to collaborate with investigators and research teams to ensure regulatory and institutional compliance. The role includes reviewing projects, monitoring compliance, and conducting internal audits.

The position also involves preparing reports, developing training programs, and staying current with changing requirements. Supervision of staff may be involved to hire, develop, and assess performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of research compliance practices and regulations.
• Experience preparing reports and providing training on compliance topics.

Responsibilities

• Work with investigators, teams, faculty, admins, staff and students to meet compliance obligations.
• Review, evaluate, approve, and monitor research project compliance; conduct quality assurance audits.
• Prepare boards, sponsors, and regulatory bodies for audits and inspections; provide guidance and training.

Skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Training & development

Auditing experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Research Compliance Specialist works with investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students to ensure institutional and regulatory research compliance obligations are met through a review, evaluation, approval, and continual monitoring process; conduct internal audits/inspections; assist research teams navigate external audits/inspections; keep abreast of compliance requirement changes; prepare reports; provide training. Develop research compliance monitoring policies and procedures; establish goals and objectives identifying successful program indicators Assist investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students meet institutional guidelines, state law, and federal regulatory compliance obligations; identify, interpret, and explain requirements impacting studies Review, evaluate, approve, and continually monitor research project compliance; conduct internal quality assurance audits and inspections; maintain records and data; prepare reports detailing observations, risks, recommendations, and all other compliance actions required Prepare investigators and other research personnel for sponsor, grantor, accrediting body, and regulatory authority compliance audits and inspections; conduct pre-audit/inspection interviews and record reviews identifying areas of concern; prepare reports and provide advice Develop and implement effective educational programs promoting responsible scientific research conduct and integrity; conduct training sessions for faculty, staff, and students in all areas of research compliance Keep abreast of changing regulatory requirements and organizational demands impacting research; disseminate information as needed Attend workshops and seminars to maintain currency and obtain advance knowledge regarding compliance reviews and research standards May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $94,980.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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