Program Manager (Research Compliance)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Program Manager (Research Compliance) at Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas.

The role oversees day-to-day activities, designs program procedures, and coordinates training, meetings, and outreach to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient operations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field and have at least five years of experience in research administration, policy interpretation, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combo of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of research compliance principles and regulations.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and stakeholders on campus.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day program activities.
• Develops procedures for administration of the program.
• Supports development of strategic plans and program materials.
• Develops and conducts leadership trainings, conferences, and workshops.
• Supervises staff and student workers; assists with budget processes.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Research compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Higher Education Administration, Research Administration, or related field

Job description

Program Manager (Research Compliance)

Job Title: Program Manager (Research Compliance)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Research & Sponsored Projects

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,009.20 monthly

Job Summary

The Program Manager (Research Compliance), under direction, plans,organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day activities, developingand implementing procedures for the administration of theprogram.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, and manages day-to-day activities,developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the program.
• Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support theprogram.
• Assists with the development and production of materialsdesigned for the program.
• Develops and conducts programs including leadership training,conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Supervises program support staff and student assistants.
• Assists with yearly budgetary and contract processes. Preparesvouchers, purchase orders, and requisitions and coordinates withaccounting personnel and other support staff.
• Researches, develop, writes white papers, grant applications,and prepares presentations. Maintains and develops communicationsbetween partners by attending meetings and conference calls.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, andauthorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete listof all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate institutional research compliance activities andassist faculty, staff, and students in navigating applicablefederal, state, sponsor, and university research regulations andrequirements.
• Review research protocols, proposals, and related documentationfor compliance with applicable policies and regulatory requirementsand provide guidance regarding corrective actions and processimprovements.
• Support the administration of institutional compliancecommittees, including agenda preparation, documentation, recordmaintenance, follow-up activities, and communication of committeedeterminations.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuousimprovement of research compliance policies, procedures, guidancedocuments, and educational resources.
• Develop and deliver training, workshops, and outreachactivities to promote compliance awareness and foster a culture ofresponsible research conduct across the University.
• Compile compliance metrics, maintain records, prepare reports,and assist with audits, assessments, and monitoring activitiesrelated to research compliance programs.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Biology, HealthSciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, SocialSciences, Higher Education Administration, Research Administration,or a closely related field.
• Experience - Five years of related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may beconsidered.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other officeproductivity applications.
• Research compliance principles, regulations, and administrativeprocesses.
• Policy interpretation, records management, and reportpreparation.

Ability to:

• Communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, students,staff, and external stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, andmaintain attention to detail.
• Exercise sound judgment and work collaboratively in addressingcompliance-related matters.

License/Professional Certification - None

Physical Requirements - General office environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions.

Supervision of Others

• This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
• Position requires on-campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendanceon campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $48,110.40/annual

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent uponthe institution's verification of credentials and/or otherinformation required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.