Research Integrity Coordinator

Portland State University

  • Full time
  • 3 months ago
  • Portland,OR
  • OnSite

Job Description

Position Details
Proposed Start Date
10/16/2024
Classification Title
Legal and Compliance
Rank
N – No Rank
Working Title
Research Integrity Coordinator
Department
400501 – RIO Research Integrity Admin
Position Number
D92990
Representation
AU – AAUP
Renewable
Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE
1.0
Tenure Status
F – Fixed Term
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregons most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of Americas most dynamic cities. Our mission to let knowledge serve the city reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

For information about Research Integrity, please visit https://www.pdx.edu/research/research-integrity-compliance-programs

Position Summary
The Research Integrity Coordinator is a professional staff member in the division of Research and Graduate Studies (RGS) at Portland State University (PSU), the unit responsible for managing federally-required compliance programs associated with research activity.

This position serves as a member of the Research Integrity and Compliance team responsible for

  • issuing compliance and ethics approvals to University researchers for a large volume and diverse portfolio of both sponsored and non-sponsored research;
  • negotiating collaborative agreements with external research partner institutions; and
  • overseeing multiple research compliance review committees, including the Institutional Review Board for the protection of human subjects (IRB), the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC).
The Research Integrity Coordinator utilizes subject matter expertise to review a diverse portfolio of research compliance protocols. They execute ethical and regulatory compliance review and determinations for research conducted in support of the Universitys academic mission; provide regulatory interpretation; and inform policy development and implementation. This position reports to the Director of Research Integrity and Compliance Operations (Director).
Minimum Qualifications
  • BA/BS with related experience in Research Integrity
  • General understanding of Research Integrity regulations, and best practices for conducting ethical research
  • Experience using multiple resources and references to understand complex regulations and research ethics
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
  • Proficient with database applications, spreadsheets and workbooks, and digital communication tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • BA/BS with 3+ years of related experience
  • Knowledge of overall research administration in a University environment
  • Professional experience in providing administrative or compliance support to faculty committees
  • Working experience with formal documentation
  • Experience maintaining and updating websites and web content
  • Demonstrated reasoning and problem solving skills by making effective decisions and recommendations in the workplace
Key Cultural Competencies
  • Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
  • Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adhere to all of PSUs policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Flexible work arrangements offered.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary for this position will be $51,984, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors such as years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, internal equity, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Application Instructions
Additional Information

Special note to applicants
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you dont believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

Position Eligible for Hybrid/Remote Work

This position offers flexible work arrangements, including partial remote work options, contingent upon meeting performance standards and expectations as outlined in PSUs remote work agreement. However, employees are required to come to campus for in-person meetings as needed. Additionally, all staff must attend four annual on-campus gatherings for team meetings and professional development, regardless of their regular work location. This arrangement balances individual flexibility with strong team connections.
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
Position End Date (if applicable)
If you have questions
Please contact Shannon Roth at [email protected].

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