Assistant Biosafety Officer

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA seeks a Research Compliance Specialist to ensure institutional and regulatory compliance across research activities, including reviews, approvals, and ongoing monitoring.

You will develop monitoring policies, assist investigators, prepare audit reports, and provide training. Remote/hybrid work is not guaranteed; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to conduct audits/inspections and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of regulatory research compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor research compliance policies and procedures.
• Assist investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students meet guidelines.
• Review, evaluate, approve, and monitor studies; prepare observations, risks, and recommendations.
• Prepare investigators for sponsor audits and provide training; supervise staff if needed.

Skills

3+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .POSITION SPECIFICSThe 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 indicatorsAssist investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students meet institutional guidelines, state law, and federal regulatory compliance obligations; identify, interpret, and explain requirements impacting studiesReview, 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 requiredPrepare 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 adviceDevelop 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 complianceKeep abreast of changing regulatory requirements and organizational demands impacting research; disseminate information as neededAttend workshops and seminars to maintain currency and obtain advance knowledge regarding compliance reviews and research standardsMay supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance managementMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment 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 & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $94,980.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structurePenn 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 STATISTICSPursuant 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). 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