University of Nevada-Las Vegas · 22 hours ago
Research Integrity and Compliance Officer (RICO), UNLV Research Integrity Administrative [R0150286]
UNLV1-Main Campus, Las Vegas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a Research Integrity and Compliance Officer (RICO) to oversee the research ethics and integrity program. This role involves conducting training, evaluating research misconduct concerns, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations related to research.
EducationKnowledge ManagementUniversities
Responsibilities
Develop and provide in-person Responsible Conduct of Research training to faculty, staff, and students as needed based on the policies regulations identified by NIH, NSF, USDA-NIFA and UNLV
Incorporate active learning that varies by discipline area and career stage, including a mentorship program based on the same policies and regulations
Develop, coordinate, implement, and analyze quality assurance/quality improvement (QA/QI) processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, institutional regulations and policy; including conducting for-cause and not-for-cause audits, as appropriate, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies at all relevant levels
Monitor federal and state regulations and agency policies related to Research Misconduct, Responsible Conduct of Research, and QA/QI functions to ensure investigator and institutional compliance
Maintain and update UNLV policy and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Perform additional duties that impact research compliance based on the expertise and experience that they bring to the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and at least 5 years of related experience or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of related experience
Demonstrated knowledge, expertise and technical competence in a broad range of research administration issues, including regulatory compliance regarding university research
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Experience facilitating meetings and discussions in a complex university environment
Strong technical background with an understanding of research
Ability to balance federal, state and local regulations, as well as campus and system wide policies and procedures
Ability to evaluate and prioritize research and compliance risks and to develop efficient programs to effectively control identified risks
Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate educational programs in support of the mission of the office
Ability to exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and to maintain constructive working relationships at all levels of organizations
Ability to communicate effectively using verbal and written processes, especially among diverse groups of people who may have varying degrees of knowledge about compliance regulations and policies
Preferred
Master's degree, Ph.D., or J.D
Seven to nine years of related experience
Experience in research administration or compliance
Experience in higher education
Experience as a Research Integrity Officer (RIO) at a higher institution of learning or comparable institution
Ability to analyze situations and data trends and apply to job responsibilities
Ability to integrate the research integrity, compliance and safety needs as it relates to RCR
Benefits
Competitive total rewards package including:
Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
Company
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
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1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$1.25MKey Investors
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2023-11-09Grant· $1.15M
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2022-08-10Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Joseph E. Bertolone
Executive Director of UNLV's International Center for Gaming Regulations
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