Biosafety & Research Compliance Specialist

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

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.