IP Grant Compliance & Finance Coordinator

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 49,939 - 79,487; Full time

Job summary

Duke Clinical Research Institute is seeking a proactive Compliance Lead to oversee grant-supported IP and reporting obligations. You will coordinate iEdison submissions and ensure alignment with sponsor requirements, while maintaining accurate records across databases.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, experience in research administration, and the ability to work across departments to improve processes and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; general knowledge in legal field preferred.
• Four years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with Bayh-Dole Act and management of federally funded inventions preferred.
• Experience with intellectual property compliance, research compliance, or sponsored award administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage grant-related IP compliance and reporting activities.
• Administer iEdison and related government reporting systems; ensure timely submissions.
• Maintain databases tracking non-federal grant-supported inventions and sponsor reporting obligations.
• Coordinate compliance with Bayh-Dole and sponsor IP requirements; monitor timelines and risks.
• Collaborate across departments to improve processes and deliver audit-ready records.

Skills

Research admin

Grant compliance

Financial administration

Analytical skills

Excel & reporting

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Related degree preferred

Tools

SPS

SAP

iEdison

Job description

Duke Clinical Research Institute is seeking a proactive Compliance Lead to oversee grant-supported IP and reporting obligations. You will coordinate iEdison submissions and ensure alignment with sponsor requirements, while maintaining accurate records across databases.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, experience in research administration, and the ability to work across departments to improve processes and ensure regulatory compliance.