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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

Director, Research Security (Associate Director or Director)

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$182K/yr - $231K/yr

10+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Director of Research Security to provide programmatic leadership and operational oversight at Stanford University. The role involves ensuring compliance with federal research security requirements and protecting the integrity of the university’s research enterprise through policy development, risk reviews, and stakeholder collaboration.

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Responsibilities

Provide complex operational and analytical support with minimal supervision

Identify, prioritize, and address competing institutional requirements and needs

Manage and coordinate committees, including preparing agendas, researching, and drafting background materials

Oversee and manage relationships with vendors and consultants

Draft documents and presentations; perform research, editing, and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and clarity

Analyze complex federal and agency policies to identify relevant requirements and affected stakeholders

Monitor federal and state statutory and regulatory updates to stay informed on national and state trends in research compliance

Build and maintain relationships and lines of communication with key stakeholders across campus to facilitate information sharing and process development

Organize and support working groups to ensure alignment with Research Security Program objectives and timely completion of milestones

Collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and identify trends to inform program implementation and continuous improvement

Regularly assess the effectiveness of the Research Security Program in partnership with stakeholders

Develop and manage record-keeping procedures and systems to ensure compliance and data integrity

Identify and assess potential risks related to international engagements using Visual Compliance, Dimensions AI, Refinitiv, and other tools

Create and maintain informational resources and tools to help faculty and staff independently assess and mitigate risk

Perform other duties as assigned related to the goals and operations of the Research Security Program

Support cross-functional research policy, compliance, and integrity initiatives, as assigned, in collaboration with university partners, contributing to coordinated and consistent institutional oversight

Lead strategic planning and analysis for complex university programs or functions with significant business, regulatory and/or technical challenges requiring subject matter expertise

Act as the subject matter expert for School/unit and/or the university regarding the interpretation, implementation and compliance with policies and regulations

Recommend actions and/or resolve complex issues that span organizational boundaries

Represent the program or function at the university level and/or to external/internal stakeholders and constituencies

Direct and manage outreach strategy that may include relationship development, communications, and compliance

Oversee or supervise staff in the development and implementation of programs or functions

May develop and/or oversee budgets; manage finances including monitoring, analyzing, forecasting, and reporting

Qualification

Research security expertiseRegulatory complianceProject managementData analysisStakeholder communicationOffice productivity softwareEthicsInterpersonal skillsIntegrityTeam collaborationAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience

Demonstrated expertise and comprehensive understanding of research security requirements and terminology, with the ability to interpret, analyze, apply, and clearly communicate applicable requirements, guidance, policies, and trends that affect research security

Demonstrated ability to manage, organize, and execute complex projects; identify, analyze, and resolve issues efficiently; use sound judgment to assess risk; and independently develop work plans, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple assignments to meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to evaluate information, formulate logical and objective conclusions, recommend effective strategies and solutions, and clearly distill and communicate complex regulatory or operational information to diverse audiences

Demonstrated ability to provide guidance on research security and other research-related regulatory requirements, resolve issues, and work collaboratively and responsively with stakeholders, while maintaining ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and responsible handling of sensitive research information

Demonstrated technology and software application skills; ability to learn new platforms; advanced proficiency with office productivity software; and familiarity with systems used in research security, such as screening tools, disclosure platforms, and compliance systems

Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer

Extensive computer and electronic communication use

Extended hours may be needed to meet deadlines or address time-sensitive issues

Work may involve handling confidential or sensitive information in secure settings

May attend meetings, trainings, or presentations across campus or via remote platforms; occasional travel between campus locations may be required

Work involves handling sensitive or confidential research-related information in accordance with university policies and federal regulations

Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations

Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide

Benefits

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!