University at Albany Position Announcement

The Research Foundation of
State University of New York
University at Albany

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following
position on the University at Albany campus:

Budget Title:

Descriptive Title:      Research Compliance Officer     Posting No.

Department:     Office for Research             _______

Rank and Salary Range:  $40,000 - $50,000

Date To Be Filled:              ASAP

Description of Duties:
Serve as the institutional official for research compliance matters and act
as a resource and facilitator for the University research community.
Coordinate compliance and policy development activities, primarily in the
area of human subject research, with some involvement in animal research
compliance.  Develop training and education programs in conjunction with
University faculty and staff for all aspects of research ethics, including
misconduct in science.  Supervise 2 staff assigned to support research
compliance efforts.  Negotiate agreements with collaborating institutions
and regulatory agencies.  Duties include: provide programmatic support and
oversight of the mission of the Institutional Review Board (the University
entity assigned with the protection of human subjects participating in
research programs); develop and deliver education and training programs for
University researchers; serve as primary administrator for conduct of
research policies and procedures; communicate and support staff and
committees responsible for research compliance activities.

Qualifications:
A Master's degree in a field (e.g., human services, biology, social
sciences, public health) appropriate to the duties indicated above is
required or a Bachelors with seven years related experience.  Experience
and/or familiarity with social and behavioral and/or biomedical research are
desired.  Previous experience with an Institutional Review Board is desired.
An understanding of ethical principles guiding research and excellent
communication are skills are required.  An ability to develop, interpret,
and apply policies and regulations in a fair, reasonable, and
service-oriented manner is required.

Special Notes:

Persons interested in the above position should submit a resume along with a
letter of application to:

Name:               Dr. Drew Anderson
Title:                 Chair, Search Committee
Address:            University at Albany, AD 227
 1400 Washington Avenue
 Albany, New York 12222

Closing date for receipt of Applications:

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.  Applications from women, minority persons, persons with
disabilities, and special disabled or Vietnam era Veterans are especially
welcome.

Mark P. Abbey
Associate for Sponsored Programs
The Research Foundation of SUNY
Office for Research
University at Albany, AD216
Albany, New York  12222
Phone:  (518) 442-3505
Fax:  (518) 442-3560
E-mail:  xxxxxx@uamail.albany.edu

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