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Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis · 14 hours ago

Director, Conflicts of Interest Programs (Hybrid) - Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research

St. Louis, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is seeking a Director for their Conflicts of Interest Programs. The Director is responsible for ensuring university-wide compliance with federal laws and regulations, overseeing the university's conflict of interest programs, and developing educational programs and policies to enhance compliance.

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Responsibilities

Oversees and directs the administrative support of a team of 8 staff that supports the faculty Conflict of Interest Committees (Institutional and Research) for both the Danforth and School of Medicine Campuses, along with the Conflicts of Commitment Program

Assures that the appropriate documentation of deliberations, activities, findings, actions, and reports is maintained. Ensures appropriate reporting and notifications are provided to federal, state, sponsor, or regulatory agencies when applicable

Monitors federal and sponsoring agency policies, regulations, and initiatives as well as oversees the regular assessment of internal policies and procedures to ensure risks are assessed and mitigated, measures compliance, and identifies opportunities for improved efficiency and effectiveness. Develops and revises policies and procedures to support the ethical and responsible conduct of research at the University. Assures timely and appropriate dissemination of information about policies and procedures to the research community. Directs appropriate and necessary implementation of policies and processes with all other affected offices

Develops, trains, and monitors the work of all program personnel to assure compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides opportunities for professional development and growth

Directs the development and implementation of technology systems and tools to facilitate and supports faculty and staff efforts to comply with regulations, policies, procedures, and WashU compliance requirements

Directs the development, revision, and maintenance of educational content and communication strategies for faculty, staff, students, postdoctoral appointees, and other impacted individuals to ensure individual, programmatic, and institutional compliance

Represents WashU to federal agencies, sponsoring programs and auditors, and coordinates any necessary response to their inquiries

Oversees the conduct of investigations into compliance issues, including the development of corrective plans and implementation of sanctions or monitoring

Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualification

Research AdministrationRegulatory EnvironmentInformation Systems ManagementComplex SystemsDetail-OrientedInterpersonal RelationshipsOrganizational ContextRegulatory PoliciesSound JudgmentStress ManagementWorking IndependentlyGroup PresentationsOral CommunicationsTime ManagementWritten Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree

Research Administration (5 Years)

Supervisory (2 Years)

Preferred

Master's degree

Complex Systems

Confidentiality

Detail-Oriented

Group Presentations

Information Systems Management

Interpersonal Relationships

Oral Communications

Organizational Context

Regulatory Environment

Regulatory Policies

Sound Judgment

Stress Management

Time Management

Working Independently

Written Communication

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.

Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.

Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.