Research Compliance Auditor

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reduction for employee and/or

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Research Compliance Auditor at Tucson Campus to conduct routine audits of research protocols for adherence to federal, state, and institutional policy. You will collaborate with the QA officer and auditors across departments to ensure comprehensive review of diverse projects and develop mitigation strategies enhancing policy adherence.

The role involves drafting audit reports, supporting regulatory submissions, and training investigators on compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent.
• Experience in research compliance or regulatory auditing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory audits to ensure compliance with post-approval monitoring requirements.
• Write audit reports and monitor corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance Officer to implement institutional policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop tools and resources for regulatory submissions and compliance training.
• Partner with regulatory programs to address areas of concern and provide trainings.
• Create high-level reports for senior management and contribute to policy updates.
• Provide regulatory guidance and training to investigators and staff.
• Assist with investigations of regulatory and misconduct concerns as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of research protocol design

Policy development

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Department Website Link https://research.arizona.edu/compliance/human-subjects-protection-program

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Human Subjects Protection Program (HSPP) provides administrative and regulatory support to the University of Arizona Institutional Review Board (IRB). Through collaboration with the research community, the HSPP promotes ethical and compliant human research. The HSPP is seeking a Research Compliance Auditor who will primarily conduct routine audits of research protocols for adherence to federal, state and institutional policy. The Research Compliance Auditor will collaborate with the Quality Assurance officer and a varied group of auditors across multiple departments to ensure a broad cross-section of research projects are reviewed. They will identify mitigation strategies through analysis of corrective actions which increase adherence to policy, and are identified by compliance committees in the research division. The Research Compliance Auditor will assist with development of tools and resources to assist investigators regarding compliance to regulatory requirements. The Research Compliance Auditor will assist the AVP Regulatory Affairs with investigations on other research integrity matters.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory audits to ensure compliance with and responses to post-approval monitoring activity.
• Write audit reports, and be responsible to review plans that monitor and correct deficiencies.
• Partner with the Quality Assurance Officer to ensure corrective actions are actionable and consistent with institutional policy, regulatory requirements, and best practice.
• Develop tools and resources related to regulatory submissions to federal agencies, best practices for items such as monitoring research programs, good documentation and laboratory practices, and auditing tools. Resources will target compliance risks and mitigation strategies to reduce risks.
• Collaborate with the training and regulatory programs in RII to develop resources and participate in trainings on developing areas of concern.
• Create high level reports and collaborate with senior management on policy changes.
• Provide technical, regulatory advice and training that improves adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Assist the AVP Regulatory Affairs/Integrity by serving as an independent representative on complex regulatory and research misconduct allegations.
• Assist with writing reports of outcomes of the inquiry and investigations and reporting to federal, state and institutional offices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of research protocol design in healthcare disciplines.
• Knowledge and skills in policy development, review, and implementation.
• Ability to demonstrate clear and concise communication.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Research

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $53,039 - $66,299

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 7

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level PC2

Job Family Research Compl

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Mariette Marsh | [e-mail]

Open Date 8/6/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].