Export Control / Research Security Analyst

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

UVA benefits

Job summary

The University of Virginia in Charlottesville seeks a compliance-focused professional to conduct initial reviews of export control and research security requests and to triage international activities.

You will perform restricted party screening, review international collaborations, travel, and shipments for export control concerns, and help prepare TCPs and related compliance records. The role supports training and guidance materials for the university community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Affairs, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Law, Research Administration, International Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial reviews and triage export control and research security requests.
• Review international travel, visitors, shipments, hiring, collaborations, and activities for export control concerns.
• Perform restricted party screening and document results.
• Review international collaborations, visiting scholars, foreign national activities, and sponsored research for compliance requirements.
• Review travel and shipments for export control considerations and sanctions.
• Escalate complex matters to senior compliance personnel.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and case management files.
• Prepare correspondence, compliance documentation, reports, and metrics.
• Assist in developing TCPs, export documentation, and related forms.
• Support training and development of export control programs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Policy interpretation

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Customer service

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree (see list)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

PowerPoint

Job description

Eligibility Requirement

Due to the nature of the duties performed, this position may require access to export-controlled information. Therefore, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person, as defined under applicable U.S. export control regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial reviews and triage of export control and research security requests received through the Office of Research Security.
• Review requests involving international travel, foreign visitors, international shipments, international hiring, international collaborations, research activities, equipment, software, and technology transfers to identify potential export control or research security concerns and determine whether additional review is required.
• Perform restricted party screening using approved screening tools and document results in accordance with University procedures.
• Conduct preliminary reviews of proposed international collaborations, visiting scholars, foreign national activities, and sponsored research for potential regulatory or institutional compliance requirements.
• Review international travel requests for export control considerations, including destination countries, equipment, software, research activities, and applicable sanctions.
• Review shipments of commodities, software, biological materials, research equipment, and technical data to identify potential export control or sanctions concerns and elevate complex matters for additional review.
• Apply established Office procedures, federal regulations, institutional policies, and internal guidance documents to identify requests requiring escalation to senior compliance personnel.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, databases, screening documentation, electronic files, and case management records.
• Prepare correspondence, compliance documentation, reports, metrics, and other program records.
• Assist with the preparation of Technology Control Plans (TCPs), export documentation, certification forms, and other compliance records.
• Support compliance monitoring activities, including periodic quality assurance reviews and internal audits.
• Assist in the development and delivery of export control and research security training for faculty, staff, students, and other members of the University community.
• Develop and maintain guidance documents, website content, educational materials, and communications supporting the University's research compliance programs.
• Monitor assigned work queues to ensure timely responses and adherence to established service standards.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable federal regulations, University policies, and emerging regulatory developments through ongoing professional development and training.
• Perform other duties and special projects supporting the Office of Research Security as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, International Affairs, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Law, Research Administration, International Business, or a related field.
• Experience: 2+ years relevant professional experience in regulatory compliance, research administration, sponsored programs, grants administration, auditing, contracting, customs, logistics, government, military service, law enforcement, investigations, or another compliance-focused environment.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate information and apply established policies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and apply federal regulations, institutional policies, and written procedures.
• Exceptional organizational skills and diligence.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive information appropriately.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse academic, research, and administrative environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following is preferred but not required:

• Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions
• Federal regulatory compliance or research compliance
• Research administration within a university, government agency, healthcare system, or nonprofit organization
• International shipping, logistics, customs, or trade compliance
• Restricted party screening or due diligence reviews
• Sponsored programs or federal grants administration
• Risk assessment, auditing, investigations, or regulatory review
• Experience safeguarding confidential, proprietary, controlled, or sensitive information
• Experience using databases, case management systems, or compliance tracking software.
• Demonstrated interest in regulatory compliance, international research, international trade, research administration, or federal compliance programs

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .

Term Limit

This position has a term limit of 2 years with possibility of renewal dependent on department need and funding.

Location

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and is eligible for a hybrid schedule, in accordance with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

Application Review

Application review will begin after August 14, 2026.

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

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