Georgetown University needs a Senior Director to lead and manage the Office of Research Oversight, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and internal policies in research administration and compliance across all campuses.
Requirements
- Knowledge, experience and demonstrated skill in interpreting regulations governing research involving human subjects and animal subjects
- Familiarity with medical and scientific principles
- Direct experience with federal grant and contract requirements including laws, regulations, and guidance relating to sponsored research
- Experience with the federal regulations governing data management and HIPAA compliance
- Experience with the regulatory requirements related to Responsible Conduct of Research
- Familiarity with the review and negotiation of sponsored project agreements
- Experience with export controls and trade compliance regulations
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership in establishing and leading the implementation of the University’s Research Security Program
- Manage the implementation of the Academic Visitor’s Policy
- Provide oversight of Georgetown’s Outside Professional Activities Policy
- Ensure that enhancements to information management tools are designed properly, implemented, and working efficiently
- Serve as the Research Integrity Officer responsible for oversight of Georgetown’s policies and procedures
- Oversee the implementation of existing and any new federal research misconduct regulations
- Manage University-wide compliance with federal export controls and trade sanctions laws
Other
- Master’s degree or higher in science or social science or a JD
- Minimum of eight years of relevant experience
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to interact with a broad spectrum of constituencies
- Familiarity with a University or health care setting
- Ability to work in a hybrid work mode designation
