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Manager-Research Oversight and Compliance Job ID: 12323 Location: El Paso, TX Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp About UTEP UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America. <a href="https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5667277&amp;targetURL=https://www.utep.edu/orsp/proposal-development/support-services/research-administrators.html" target="_blank">About the Division of Research &amp; Innovation</a> The Research &amp; Innovation division supports this world-class research enterprise by advancing transformative research excellence across campus and nurturing an innovative, cross-disciplinary culture. In all our work, we maintain a constant focus on our public mission of increasing access to excellent higher education and advancing discovery that positively impacts the health, culture, education, and economy of our region, the State of Texas, the nation, and the world. We do so by enabling the research success of our faculty and students through supporting the university research mission by providing research development, stewardship, compliance and safety services, and securing strategic external partnerships. Position Information Hiring Department: Research &amp; Innovation - Research Compliance Posting End Date: Open until filled. Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends FLSA status: Exempt Earliest Start Date: 09/01/2024. Salary: $70,000 annually. Required Application Materials: <ul><li>Resume</li><li>Cover Letter</li><li>List of three references</li></ul> Incomplete applications will not be considered. The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions. Purpose of Position Summary:The Manager for Research Oversight &amp; Compliance oversees and administers Research Oversight &amp; Compliance within the Division of Research and Innovation. The Manager is responsible for the implementation, maintenance and assessment of all essential research compliance and integrity activities, as well as management of related issues/concerns within the university that fall under the purview of the Executive Director and the Assistant VP for Research Oversight &amp; Compliance. The Manager will implement the programs necessary to ensure achievement of the objectives of an effective integrity and compliance program and assist faculty, staff, and students to understand and comply with federal, state, and university regulations/laws/policies for funded and unfunded research in the areas of human, animal and recombinant DNA research. Areas of oversight and administrative support include [but are not limited to] material and data transfers, export controls, regulatory compliance of research involving vertebrate animals, human subjects, recombinant DNA, conflicts of interest, and research non-compliance. Additionally, the Manager will develop and implement educational and training programs for the responsible conduct of research. The reporting lines to the Manager include the compliance committee administrators (IRB, IACUC and IBC). The Manager will have expansive knowledge of federal [and potentially state] laws governing research integrity and compliance. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for the administrative management of research compliance of the activities of the IRB, IACUC and IBC. With minimal supervision, provides coordinating services, keeps official records, and executes administrative policies determined by or in conjunction with other officials, within area of assigned responsibility. Essential Functions Coordinates office services and related activities, including developing and supervising programs for the maximum utilization of services. Oversees work schedules to ensure efficient operation of the department. Directs employee training to improve efficiency and ensure conformance to standard procedures and practices. Conducts staff meetings of operational personnel or confers with subordinate personnel to discuss operational problems or explain procedural changes or practices. Analyzes and resolves work problems; implements measures to improve production methods and to motivate workers. Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow; establishes unform correspondence procedures and style practices; ensures procedure manuals are generated and maintained. Reviews records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness. Understands department's role in accomplishing the University's mission. Compiles and submits reports as required by management, state, local, and federal regulatory agencies, to include necessary programmatic changes to achieve national accreditation for the IACUC, IBC, and IACUC areas, as applicable. Acts as liaison between department and internal/external customers. Participates in various committees, professional training, industry conferences and conventions. Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations. Work closely, cooperatively, and professionally with other staff members, and coordinate efforts with the Division as a whole, including providing coverage as needed. May represent the business function, division, or department at meetings, conferences, and seminars or committees. Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems. Complies with all State and University policies. Other duties may be assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Required Qualifications: Education: Master's Degree and Experience: 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Research administrative experience in higher education, industrial research organization and/or federal regulatory agency. Demonstrated experience with research integrity and compliance programs, including a knowledge of federal regulations. Demonstrated experience working both independently and as part of a team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability working with a diverse population within a compliance setting. Additional Information The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds. The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate. In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment. The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at <a href="https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5667277&amp;targetURL=mailto:eoaa@utep.edu" target="_blank">eoaa@utep.edu</a>. To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/5667277" target="_blank">https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&amp;Action=U&amp;FOCUS=Applicant&amp;SiteId=2&amp;JobOpeningId=12323&amp;PostingSeq=1</a> jeid-f22d4df4c31b5849b2e9266439bf8535

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