Cedars-Sinai · 1 day ago
Associate Director, Research Compliance & Integrity - Research/QI (Hybrid)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $236K/yr
5+ years expCedars-Sinai is a leading medical center, and they are seeking an Associate Director for their Research Compliance & Integrity program. The role involves managing the research compliance program, developing training programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulations and policies.
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Responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day research compliance activities of the organization
Develops and coordinates specific and measurable research compliance training and education programs for all employees and researchers; Assesses the need for additional training and education and develops or facilitates appropriate education, communication or outreach
Develops, reviews, updates and communicates clear and understandable policies regarding research compliance and integrity. Assesses and implements standards, procedures and systems to improve and maintain workforce research compliance and identify the standards to which the research community will be held accountable in collaboration with stakeholders
Conducts continuous risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk. Designs and conducts regular monitoring and other quality assurance periodic reviews to confirm compliance with research requirements and policies. Coordinates with other areas of the organization to identify and address risk areas and activities
Escalates issues of potential non-compliance to the Executive Director and Chief Compliance Officer and assists with conducting, overseeing or follow-up, as applicable regarding resolution and/or corrective action plans
Maintains open lines of communication for employees and other stakeholders to inquire or report suspected violations of the research compliance program, policies and procedures or related laws and regulations
Closely monitors government communications specific to new risk areas, government audit activity/advisories and regulatory updates. Stays current with applicable local, state, federal laws, regulations and policies related to research compliance and integrity and advise senior leadership on emerging compliance and security issues, providing strategic guidance and recommendations
Develops and implements an annual review of and update to the compliance plan under direction of the Research Compliance Committee. Evaluates the effectiveness of the research compliance and security programs regularly, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing necessary changes
Collaborates with Office of Research Administration, Information Security, and other relevant areas to ensure compliance with export control, research security and exclusion screening regulations and requirements, including training, current policies and compliance monitoring
Supports the Research Integrity Officer in responsibilities related to responsible conduct of research, including training, up to date policies, reporting and prompt review and investigation of allegations of research misconduct
Develops, implements, and enforces institutional policies, procedures, and training related to Title IX compliance, ensuring alignment with federal and state regulations to prevent and address incidents of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual violence
Serves as the primary point of contact for Title IX inquiries, providing guidance and support to students, faculty, and staff on issues related to sexual misconduct and gender equity, and, in collaboration with Legal Affairs and Human Resources, coordinating investigations and resolutions of Title IX complaints in a fair and impartial manner
Organizes and provides support to the Research Compliance Committee, including setting meeting agendas, distributing relevant materials, and documenting discussions and decisions to ensure alignment with institutional policies and regulatory requirements
Supports the research conflict of interest disclosure and management process as requested
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in related field
Three (3) years minimum experience in leadership and/or managerial experience
Five (5) years minimum experience research compliance or directly related field
Preferred
Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC) upon hire, preferred
Experience in Title IX highly preferred
Experience working with federal agencies, industry sponsors, research security, training and policy development
Foreign sponsor disclosures, export controls, research integrity, human protections and animal welfare
Company
Cedars-Sinai
Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$63.31MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsCalifornia HealthCare FoundationNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
2023-12-01Grant· $0.01M
2023-05-25Grant· $28M
2022-06-16Grant· $7M
Leadership Team
Thomas Priselac
President/CEO
David Wrigley
Executive Vice President Finance, CFO and Treasurer
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