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Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity
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Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity
Job Title:
Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity
Agency:
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department:
Research and Innovation
Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate
Job Location:
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type:
Staff
Purpose:
The Office of Research Integrity is an essential component of the University’s growing research enterprise, focusing on the areas of human research protections (IRB), animal research oversight (IACUC), research with biohazards (IBC), research misconduct, and the very unique scientific diving program. Reporting to the EVPRI, the newly created position of Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity (AVPRI) is accountable for institutional compliance and implementation of best practices, serving a pivotal role in fostering a culture of research integrity within the TAMU-CC research community.
The AVPRI is ultimately responsible for the effectiveness of the Office of Research Integrity’s programs, as measured by TAMU-CC’s ability to successfully conduct research under high standards of compliance and protection of its human and animal subjects, sustain its national registration/assurance status and certification through policies and best practices, and maintain national and international recognition with funding agencies, peer institutions, and other academic bodies. The AVPRI leads an office of five staff that serves an extensive network of faculty, researchers, staff, and students involved in social sciences, animal research, activities involving biohazards, and scientific diving.
Responsibilities:
Research Compliance Leadership: 50%
Serves as the University’s subject matter expert for research compliance areas and provides support for research compliance committees (IACUC, IBC, IRB, and Dive Control Board) including administrative review of protocols, meeting logistics, and meeting minutes.
Develops, directs, and implements research compliance programs.
Oversees the review of research protocols for compliance with the IRB, IBC, IACUC.
Maintains efficient processes for reviewing and approving research protocols involving IRB, IBC, IACUC, and Dive Plans.
Provides senior-level responsibility for budget, human resources, information technology, and facilities operations to ensure the programs maintain necessary resources to meet compliance obligations.
Supervises assigned personnel, including hiring, work allocation, training, and problem resolution.
Oversees the development and implementation of training for faculty, staff, and students in assigned research compliance areas.
Develops and implements a process for investigating reports of research misconduct.
Maintains audit readiness and supports regulatory examinations and internal/external audit requests.
Accountability for Institutional Compliance in Research: 30%
Achieves TAMU-CC's overall goals as informed by the TAMU-CC Islander Impact 2030 Strategic Plan.
Maintains and communicates awareness of the external and internal regulatory landscape.
Advises the EVPRI on highly complex proposed or final federal agency regulations and guidance.
Guides policy development and represents the Office of Research Integrity in policymaking activities.
Participates and represents TAMU-CC at TAMU System Research Compliance meetings and initiatives.
Leadership in Outreach and External Communications: 15%
Builds relationships within and outside of the University to achieve strong institutional compliance throughout the research enterprise.
Communicates directly with federal agencies on behalf of the University.
Fosters positive working relationships with stakeholders and serves as a resource for advice and consultations.
Other: 5%
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Masters degree (e.g., MA, MS, MPH).
Five (5) years of related experience in progressive research regulatory management.
Supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of research compliance regulations governing human subjects research, animal research, and research misconduct.
Demonstrated experience in managing research misconduct investigations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Previous regulatory experience in university or research-intensive environments.
Ability to comprehend complex scientific issues and technical jargon.
Demonstrated ability to exercise visionary leadership.
Experience interacting with federal and state regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated computer skills and software system management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and influence others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in the sciences or law.
Ten (10) years of relevant experience in complex research and/or regulatory environments.
Certified or eligible for certification as an IRB, IBC, IACUC Professional.
SALARY: COMMENSURATE
BENEFITS:
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures.
Texas A&M - Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.
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Job Title:
Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity
Agency:
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department:
Research and Innovation
Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate
Job Location:
Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type:
Staff
Purpose:
The Office of Research Integrity is an essential component of the University’s growing research enterprise, focusing on the areas of human research protections (IRB), animal research oversight (IACUC), research with biohazards (IBC), research misconduct, and the very unique scientific diving program. Reporting to the EVPRI, the newly created position of Assistant Vice President for Research Integrity (AVPRI) is accountable for institutional compliance and implementation of best practices, serving a pivotal role in fostering a culture of research integrity within the TAMU-CC research community.
The AVPRI is ultimately responsible for the effectiveness of the Office of Research Integrity’s programs, as measured by TAMU-CC’s ability to successfully conduct research under high standards of compliance and protection of its human and animal subjects, sustain its national registration/assurance status and certification through policies and best practices, and maintain national and international recognition with funding agencies, peer institutions, and other academic bodies. The AVPRI leads an office of five staff that serves an extensive network of faculty, researchers, staff, and students involved in social sciences, animal research, activities involving biohazards, and scientific diving.
Responsibilities:
Research Compliance Leadership: 50%
Serves as the University’s subject matter expert for research compliance areas and provides support for research compliance committees (IACUC, IBC, IRB, and Dive Control Board) including administrative review of protocols, meeting logistics, and meeting minutes.
Develops, directs, and implements research compliance programs.
Oversees the review of research protocols for compliance with the IRB, IBC, IACUC.
Maintains efficient processes for reviewing and approving research protocols involving IRB, IBC, IACUC, and Dive Plans.
Provides senior-level responsibility for budget, human resources, information technology, and facilities operations to ensure the programs maintain necessary resources to meet compliance obligations.
Supervises assigned personnel, including hiring, work allocation, training, and problem resolution.
Oversees the development and implementation of training for faculty, staff, and students in assigned research compliance areas.
Develops and implements a process for investigating reports of research misconduct.
Maintains audit readiness and supports regulatory examinations and internal/external audit requests.
Accountability for Institutional Compliance in Research: 30%
Achieves TAMU-CC's overall goals as informed by the TAMU-CC Islander Impact 2030 Strategic Plan.
Maintains and communicates awareness of the external and internal regulatory landscape.
Advises the EVPRI on highly complex proposed or final federal agency regulations and guidance.
Guides policy development and represents the Office of Research Integrity in policymaking activities.
Participates and represents TAMU-CC at TAMU System Research Compliance meetings and initiatives.
Leadership in Outreach and External Communications: 15%
Builds relationships within and outside of the University to achieve strong institutional compliance throughout the research enterprise.
Communicates directly with federal agencies on behalf of the University.
Fosters positive working relationships with stakeholders and serves as a resource for advice and consultations.
Other: 5%
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Masters degree (e.g., MA, MS, MPH).
Five (5) years of related experience in progressive research regulatory management.
Supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of research compliance regulations governing human subjects research, animal research, and research misconduct.
Demonstrated experience in managing research misconduct investigations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Previous regulatory experience in university or research-intensive environments.
Ability to comprehend complex scientific issues and technical jargon.
Demonstrated ability to exercise visionary leadership.
Experience interacting with federal and state regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated computer skills and software system management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and influence others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in the sciences or law.
Ten (10) years of relevant experience in complex research and/or regulatory environments.
Certified or eligible for certification as an IRB, IBC, IACUC Professional.
SALARY: COMMENSURATE
BENEFITS:
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures.
Texas A&M - Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.
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