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Oregon State University · 1 week ago

Export Control and Research Security Analyst

Corvallis, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $86K/yr

Oregon State University is seeking an Export Control and Research Security Analyst to ensure compliance with United States regulations and laws protecting national security, foreign policy, and economic interests. The Analyst will support the Export Control and Research Security operations, assist with communication and dispensation of OSU’s programs, and work collaboratively with various stakeholders across the university.

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Responsibilities

Primary duties include conducting reviews of university activities for deemed exports, end-use and end-user restrictions, embargoes and sanctions, restricted party screenings, and anti-boycott restrictions in order to determine recommendations for the best course of action to minimize risk to the University, including requests for specific authorization or determinations from the U.S. Government, according to the regulatory requirements and best practices, included within but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Foreign Assets Controls Regulations (FACR), and those administered by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy

Assist in implementing methods to ensure physical as well as deemed export controls are in place. In doing so, the Analyst must understand or be willing to learn a range of commodities controlled by the Commerce Control List and U.S. Munitions List, and how export control regulations and laws apply, etc

Work with the Director and researchers to make accurate commodity classification determinations and requests for classification to external parties, including the Department of Commerce and the Department of State

Work with the Director and OSU’s international programs to ensure compliance with Federal requirements for the issuance and maintenance of visas for visiting scholars and international employees

Review foreign travel requests involving OSU-owned equipment or business in order to make recommendations to ensure the safety and security of the faculty, staff, or students and the materials with which they are traveling

Review proposals, awards, and agreements for concerns related to export compliance and identify potential risks or compliance issues, and prepare recommendations for the Director

Maintain detailed records and the export control record-keeping systems

Support the Research Security program’s outreach and training, including preparing materials, management, liaison with other departments, reviews, and tracking, as well as website maintenance

Assist researchers in understanding and navigating reporting requirements, and mitigating risks and assisting in the development and monitoring of any necessary mitigation plans

Conduct comprehensive reviews to ensure compliance with institutional and federal requirements, as outlined in National Security Presidential Memorandum No. 33 (NSPM-33) and the CHIPS + Science Act and make recommendations to the Director

Work closely and collaborate with partners in the Division of Research and Innovation, Procurement, Contract Services, Office of General Counsel, University Information Technology, Office of International Services, and other units, including with researchers and faculty, to identify, understand, apply, and comply with export control and research security obligations to a wide variety of university activities that have implications for operations in international travel and collaborations, physical exports, research agreements, awards, and grants, fieldwork, and international visiting scholar or employee appointments

Serve as an effective partner with all OSU units. Build rapport and relationships with key stakeholders as export control and research security compliance involves extensive and ongoing collaboration with internal and external partnerships and working collaboratively in a cross-functional approach on sensitive and complex issues

Performs regular assessments of export compliance and research security. Identifies and researches potential compliance risks, gaps, and violations. Makes recommendations to the Director

Support export control and research security education and outreach for the OSU community, including preparation of materials, record keeping, and assisting with facilitation of the educational programs

Assist with the maintenance of a comprehensive website, including up-to-date web-based materials

Participate in regional and national organizations that include export controls or research security as a distinct component. Including continuing education and remaining current on issues, policies, regulations, and best practices

Serves as the communications manager for the export and drone email accounts

The percentage of time spent on each of the above duties is expected to vary over time and with the demands of the position

Qualification

Export ComplianceResearch Security ComplianceFederal Regulations AnalysisITAREARRegulatory Compliance ExperienceAdvanced DegreeCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in International Relations or Business, English, Law, or related field

Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive subjects

To ensure compliance with U.S. export control regulations, the applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government

Interpersonal skills and a collaborative problem solver who can navigate complex issues to completion

Demonstrated commitment and ability to promote, enhance, and work with diverse, multi-national, multi-ethnic groups in respectful, productive, and collaborative ways

Ability to conduct a comprehensive, detailed analysis of complex Federal regulations and policies

Effective communicator; able to convey complex information to varied audiences, both verbally and in writing

Preferred

Self-motivated, life-long learner

An advanced professional degree such as an M.S. in a field of Science, Engineering, Business, Law, International Relations, English, or an area of specialization or closely related field

Relevant experience in a regulatory or compliance field, or a combination of education, training, and relevant experience, including working within higher education

Knowledge of the EAR, ITAR, or OFAC regulations, with the NISP-OM or NIST, or NSPM-33 and the CHIPS + Science Act

Experience with export controls, Federal agencies, Federal contractors, labs, universities, or a related area in industry

Demonstrated ability to perform under time constraints and manage competing priorities

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

Retirement savings paid by the university.

A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.