Research Integrity Administrator

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston, TX seeks a senior compliance professional to oversee conflict of interest and research integrity programs. The role develops policies, supports regulatory initiatives, and leads audits and reporting for accountability within higher education.

The candidate will coordinate with the Office of Research Integrity, supervise staff, and drive continuous improvement in compliance operations while maintaining confidentiality and effective stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 3+ years in research compliance.
• Advanced knowledge of university research administration and reporting.
• Experience in higher education research compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination and enhancement of conflict of interest and research integrity programs.
• Develop and implement policies for research compliance oversight.
• Lead continuous improvement of compliance processes and reporting.
• Investigate research activities for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on remediation actions and audits.
• Advise on regulations and interpretations to campus community.
• Delegate, supervise, and coordinate tasks across staff and teams.
• Align university activities with accreditation and quality assurance standards.

Skills

Research Compliance Management

Conflict Of Interest Oversight

Regulatory Requirements Knowledge

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Data Management

Reporting Requirements

Research Administration Procedures

Accreditation Alignment

Remediation Action Development

Digital Business Data Analysis

Policy Development

Program Implementation

Sponsored Programs

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Master's degree preferred

Job description

• Oversee and facilitate coordination and enhancement of conflict of interest and research integrity programs
• Assist in developing and implementing departmental initiatives and provide administrative and program support
• Work with the Regulatory Services Manager to develop and implement short- and long-term research integrity and compliance initiatives
• Serve as backup for the Regulatory Services Manager as needed
• Ensure the research conflict of interest program meets the seven elements of an effective compliance program
• Develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures for research compliance oversight
• Lead continuous improvement of departmental operations, compliance processes, educational campaigns, electronic systems, and reporting
• Analyze and investigate research activities for compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
• Work with stakeholders to develop remediation actions
• Serve as technical advisor to Office of Research Integrity staff on complex regulatory and procedural issues
• Coordinate and assist with inquiries and audits involving complex and sensitive research integrity and compliance matters
• Develop and coordinate reports for oversight agencies and sponsors
• Advise the campus community on relevant and emerging regulations, their interpretation, and application
• Delegate and supervise tasks completed by staff, committees, and teams
• Coordinate university alignment with accreditation requirements, quality assurance activities, and best practices
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
• 3+ years of related experience in research compliance activities
• Additional related research ethics and compliance experience within higher education may substitute for the education requirement on an equivalent year-for-year basis
• Additional related education may substitute for the experience requirement on an equivalent year-for-year basis
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements for university research, including research integrity, conflicts of interest, research security, intellectual property protection, and research commercialization
• Advanced knowledge of university research administration, including sponsored programs and related reporting requirements
• Significant working knowledge of research administration procedures and terminology
• Knowledge of programmatic solutions meeting federal and industry agreement requirements
• Ability to lead committees and teams
• Ability to manage and analyze digital business data, track key performance indicators, and prepare administrative reports
• Outstanding customer service approach supporting multiple stakeholders and achieving successful resolutions
• Ability to communicate complex and highly technical issues clearly and persuasively to all institutional levels
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of sensitive matters
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups
• Resume attached in the Supporting Documents section, preferably in PDF format
• Master's degree in a relevant field preferred
• 2 years of experience managing staff or teams preferred
• Certification in research compliance preferred
• 2 years of experience teaching or delivering training workshops preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in research compliance, including conflict of interest and research integrity programs, while effectively managing policies, procedures, and stakeholder communications. Proven ability to lead teams, analyze compliance data, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements in a higher education setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Research Compliance Management
• Conflict Of Interest Oversight
• Regulatory Requirements Knowledge
• Team Leadership
• Analytical Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Research Integrity
• Compliance Analysis
• Policy Development
• Program Implementation
• Data Management
• Reporting Requirements
• Research Administration Procedures
• Accreditation Alignment
• Remediation Action Development
• Digital Business Data Analysis

Soft Skills

• Outstanding Customer Service
• Effective Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Collaboration
• Confidentiality Maintenance

Certifications & Qualifications

• Certification In Research Compliance

Industry Keywords

• Higher Education
• Research Ethics
• Intellectual Property Protection
• Research Security
• Research Commercialization
• Quality Assurance
• Sponsored Programs