Remote Research Compliance Specialist: Integrity & Training

The Chicago School; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time-off

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Chicago School is seeking a Research Compliance Specialist to support its research compliance program, working with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure adherence to federal regulations and institutional policies.

Responsibilities include conducting audits, delivering training, and developing educational materials. The role emphasizes remote work in a fully virtual environment, with a focus on integrity and continuous improvement in research governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3 years of program experience
• Experience with human subjects research, IRB operations, research compliance, education, and training
• Familiarity with compliance auditing or monitoring practices
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing research and institutional policies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
• Experience developing training programs or educational materials
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and service‑oriented approach
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic research/compliance systems
• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment using Zoom

Responsibilities

• Conduct for‑cause audits authorized by the IRB or institutional official
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews of research protocols and documentation
• Write reports and communicate findings with investigators, committees, and appropriate parties
• Monitor adherence to IRB determinations, continuing review obligations, and reporting requirements
• Support internal audits relating to research governance
• Identify potential compliance gaps and recommend corrective action
• Collaborate with IRB and sponsored programs offices to maintain compliance frameworks
• Design and implement training programs on IRB submission processes, federal regulations, and best practices in human subject protections
• Develop written and multimedia resources (guides, FAQs, webinars)
• Partner with departments to offer tailored training sessions and support
• Track training participation and recommend improvements to curricula
• Stay current with regulatory changes and emerging trends in research compliance education
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the IRB Director

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Cayuse

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Chicago School is seeking a Research Compliance Specialist to support its research compliance program, working with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure adherence to federal regulations and institutional policies.

Responsibilities include conducting audits, delivering training, and developing educational materials. The role emphasizes remote work in a fully virtual environment, with a focus on integrity and continuous improvement in research governance.