Research Compliance Analyst III - Hybrid - 140948

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Research Compliance Analyst III to support oncology research within an academic medical center. The role conducts audits, reviews, consultations, investigations, and education on human subjects research and clinical trials.

The incumbent applies federal/state regulations and institutional policies, guiding investigators and teams to strengthen compliance. Collaboration with leadership and staff is essential to ensure regulatory adherence and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Seven years of related experience or a Bachelor’s degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and practices involved with regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards across healthcare or related specialty.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communications to produce high-quality reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research compliance audits, reviews, consultations, investigations, and education related to human subjects research and clinical trials.
• Apply knowledge of regulations and policies to identify compliance risks and guide investigators.
• Partner with research leadership and staff to strengthen the compliance program and regulatory adherence.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

CHRC/CIP/CHC/CCRP/CCRC certification (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Job description

Job ID and Title

#140948 Research Compliance Analyst III - Hybrid

Payroll Title

REGL AND CMPLNC HC SPEC 3

Department

RESEARCH COMPLIANCE PROGRAM

Hiring Pay Scale

$100,000 - $130,000 / Year

Worksite

Greenwich Drive

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

Uncovered

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

Filing Deadline

Tue 9/29/2026

Description

The Research Compliance Analyst III serves as an experienced compliance professional supporting oncology research conducted within an academic medical center environment. The position independently conducts research compliance audits, reviews, consultations, investigations, and educational activities related to human subjects research and clinical trials. The incumbent applies knowledge of federal and state regulations, institutional policies, and industry best practices to identify compliance risks, evaluate processes, provide guidance to investigators and study teams, and promote responsible conduct of research. The position partners closely with research leadership, investigators, clinical research staff, and other institutional stakeholders to support compliance with regulatory requirements and strengthen the overall compliance program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor’s degree in related area plus three (3) years of related experience/training. Related experience includes research compliance, clinical research administration, human subjects protections, regulatory affairs, research quality assurance, healthcare compliance, clinical trial auditing, monitoring, research privacy, FDA-regulated research, academic medical center compliance, or other experience interpreting and applying healthcare or research regulations and policies.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and practices involved with regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge and understanding of compliance and regulatory standards across the healthcare industry or thorough knowledge within a specialty area.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to effectively manage time, organize competing priorities, address complex issues as they arise, and see projects through to completion on schedule.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating effectively with managers and staff at all levels and across the organization, and with representatives of external regulatory agencies.
• Strong skills in written and verbal communications, with the ability to convey complex technical information, education, and instructions in a clear and concise manner, and to produce high-quality reports, documentation, and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting compliance audits, reviews, investigations, monitoring activities, or risk assessments in a research or healthcare setting.
• Experience interpreting and applying regulations governing human subjects research, including FDA regulations, ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and the Common Rule.
• Experience supporting cancer clinical trials or oncology research programs.
• Experience reviewing research protocols, informed consent documents, regulatory binders, study records, and corrective action plans.
• Experience providing compliance consultation, education, and training to investigators, research staff, and institutional stakeholders.
• Experience working within an academic medical center or NCI-designated cancer center.
• Experience using electronic research management systems, electronic health records, audit tracking systems, and data analytic tools.
• Professional certification such as CHRC, CIP, CHC, CCRP, CCRC, or equivalent or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $90,600 - $166,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $43.39 - $79.69

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Vaccination Program Policy

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Life-support Certifications

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

About UC San Diego Health

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Employment Equity & Policies

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace