UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA Director of Research Compliance The University of Minnesota invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Research Compliance. The Director will report to the President of the University through the Academic Vice Presidents Committee, and through it to the Audit Committee of the Board of Regents. The Director will reside in the Office of the Vice President for Research and will provide independent oversight over operational compliance units. This is a full-time (100%), 12-month, annually renewable, academic administrative appointment. Duties: The Director will be responsible for monitoring and assuring that the University and its employees are compliant with all aspects of federal, state and local laws and regulation, and University policies, that relate to research. Specifically, the duties will include: Identify potential compliance vulnerability by working closely with University offices, such as the Office Oversight, Analysis and Reporting, the Department of Internal Audits, the Office of Regulatory Affairs, the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, Research Subjects Protection Program (e.g., the Institutional Review Board and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee) and others. Assist in the review, revision and formulation of written policies, procedures and guidelines designed to address management and administrative processes and compliance issues, by working with University offices and with faculty governance. Issue exception reports for referral of matters to the appropriate office or individual for action. Perform targeted reviews in consultation with the Office of the General Counsel, based on information received from other offices or individuals in the University, including: — On-site visits; — Interviews with personnel involved in the administration and management of sponsored research; — Questionnaires developed to solicit information from a broad cross-section of employees; — Reviews of written material, documentation and any electronic records related to research and sponsored projects management; — Trend analyses longitudinal studies that seek deviation, positive or negative, in specific areas of compliance for a given period; and — Any other methodologies that may be productive. Monitor that University employees are educated in policies, procedures and legal requirements relevant to their work. Work with faculty and other offices to develop a system to evaluate and, in some cases, certify, trained employees. Develop a reporting structure to handle employee or third party reports regarding known or suspected violations and ensure investigation, tracking and resolution of each complaint. Provide quarterly reports to the President, and yearly reports to the Senate Research Committee, on research compliance activity of her/his office. Essential Qualifications: Post-baccalaureate degree; At least three years of experience in the field of compliance or related field; and Familiarity with laws, regulations, and standards relating to compliance. Preferred Qualifications: Training and/or certification in some area of compliance; Demonstrated experience and leadership in field of compliance; Experience working with compliance issues in higher education organizational structures; Experience with research and sponsored projects management; Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with various constituencies including faculty, senior administrators, and members of a governing board; and Outstanding analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Starting Date: As soon as possible. Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment Term: Full-time (100%), 12-month, annual renewable, academic administrative appointment. Annual (“K”) appointments are renewable at the discretion of the responsible appointing authority. University of Minnesota Academic Classification: Director (University-wide), #9330 Applications will be reviewed beginning the week of October 15, 2001. Applications should include a letter expressing interest and addressing qualifications for the position, a resume, and addresses and telephone numbers of at least 3 references. References will not be contacted without the approval of the candidate. Send to: Search Chair Director of Research Compliance Search Committee Academic Health Center Mayo Mail Code 501 420 Delaware Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 Visit the University of Minnesota website at: www.umn.edu/ Visit the Office of the Vice President for Research website at: http://www.research.umn.edu/ The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status or sexual orientation. To request disability accommodations, please contact Shelby Williams, Academic Health Center, MMC 501 Mayo, 612-624-1946. 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