Senior Director of Research Compliance
- Employer
- Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 25, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Other Academic Affairs, Research Administration, Business & Administrative Affairs, Grants & Contracts, Executive, Executive Directors, Other Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Auto req ID
56813BR
Job Code
F1460M Research Admin VI Ps
Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Business Title
Senior Director of Research Compliance
Sub-Unit
------------
Salary Grade
060
Time Status
Full-time
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Founded in 1890, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the largest division of Harvard University. FAS is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching and learning and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. FAS is redefining liberal arts education for the 21st century and is committed to making a Harvard education accessible to students from all backgrounds.
Research Administration Services (RAS) supports the research and scholarly activities of FAS and SEAS (the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences) faculty, through close collaboration and oversight of/with the research faculty, staff and students by providing administrative support for the lifecycle of sponsored research. This support includes, but is not limited to, pre- and post-award guidance, review, audit, and oversight of both financial and non-financial aspects of sponsored projects.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Department
Research Administration Services
Pre-Employment Screening
Education, Identity
Schedule
M - F 9AM - 5PM
Job Function
Finance
School/Unit
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Basic Qualifications
Work will be performed in an office setting.
COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .
Position Description
The Sr. Director of Research Compliance for Research Administration Services is a curious, effective communicator with a thirst for knowledge, holistic considerations, and assured leadership skills. The ideal incumbent is also analytical and able to navigate a complex environment with a quickly changing landscape, often with competing priorities. At times with minimal guidance, and other times in partnership with executives and senior leaders from the Harvard community, s/he will assess and lead the development and implementation of an exemplary compliance program for the research community under RAS’ purview. S/he will have a lead role in the dissemination of federal, local government, university-wide, and sponsor-related guidelines including, the development, maintenance/revision of policies and procedures as needed and in anticipation of growth in the overall research landscape. S/he will represent RAS and the Associate Dean for Research Administration on a number of university-wide committees and represent Harvard at local and national meetings/conferences. This successful candidate is agile, sincerely appreciates the significance of diversity in research and academia, and is a forward thinker who is flexible in a hybrid environment.
Brief description of responsibilities:
RAS values diversity with full recognition that diversity is integral to success in research and achieving Harvard’s fundamental mission. This without a doubt extends into research administration and in turn, RAS is dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive culture that values, amplifies, and views as necessary strengths the unique qualities that varying backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and career paths bring to the workplace. RAS is committed in our service and support of the research community to ensure we practice, respect, and uphold Harvard’s core values of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging and are steadfast in our belief that adherence to these values allows us to make the most effective use of our collective talents.
56813BR
Job Code
F1460M Research Admin VI Ps
Location
USA - MA - Cambridge
Business Title
Senior Director of Research Compliance
Sub-Unit
------------
Salary Grade
060
Time Status
Full-time
Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 6 years progressive work experience in three or more
of the following areas: export control, sponsored projects,
financial compliance, research administration, data management,
conflict of interest in research administration, international
collaborations, other research compliance related areas
- Advanced knowledge in:
- federal research regulations
- export control in research
- conflict of interest in research
- fundamental research
- Superior writing skills
- Management expertise
- Interpersonal awareness
- Dedicated collaborator
- Working comfort with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Teams
- Comfort working in a hybrid environment
- Ability to pivot in an actively changing environment
Founded in 1890, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the largest division of Harvard University. FAS is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching and learning and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. FAS is redefining liberal arts education for the 21st century and is committed to making a Harvard education accessible to students from all backgrounds.
Research Administration Services (RAS) supports the research and scholarly activities of FAS and SEAS (the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences) faculty, through close collaboration and oversight of/with the research faculty, staff and students by providing administrative support for the lifecycle of sponsored research. This support includes, but is not limited to, pre- and post-award guidance, review, audit, and oversight of both financial and non-financial aspects of sponsored projects.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Department
Research Administration Services
Pre-Employment Screening
Education, Identity
Schedule
M - F 9AM - 5PM
Job Function
Finance
School/Unit
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Basic Qualifications
- Master’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant work experience
- Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations
- Supervisory experience
Work will be performed in an office setting.
COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .
Position Description
The Sr. Director of Research Compliance for Research Administration Services is a curious, effective communicator with a thirst for knowledge, holistic considerations, and assured leadership skills. The ideal incumbent is also analytical and able to navigate a complex environment with a quickly changing landscape, often with competing priorities. At times with minimal guidance, and other times in partnership with executives and senior leaders from the Harvard community, s/he will assess and lead the development and implementation of an exemplary compliance program for the research community under RAS’ purview. S/he will have a lead role in the dissemination of federal, local government, university-wide, and sponsor-related guidelines including, the development, maintenance/revision of policies and procedures as needed and in anticipation of growth in the overall research landscape. S/he will represent RAS and the Associate Dean for Research Administration on a number of university-wide committees and represent Harvard at local and national meetings/conferences. This successful candidate is agile, sincerely appreciates the significance of diversity in research and academia, and is a forward thinker who is flexible in a hybrid environment.
Brief description of responsibilities:
- Provide expert/seasoned guidance, dissemination, support,
and/or training in the following areas of research compliance:
- federal regulations and guidelines
- state regulations and guidelines
- sponsored terms and conditions
- export control
- international collaborations
- conflicts of interest
- legal obligations related to sponsored research
- Management of compliance team (which includes):
- Training/continued education
- Mentoring
- Career development
- Team building
- Develop processes/procedures related to research compliance for varying end-users (including but not limited to faculty, Sr. Leadership, students, administrators/staff)
- Develop, maintain, oversee reporting and analysis related to compliance oversight
- Provide support/guidance for:
- internal audits
- external audits
- Participate on/lead various committees and task forces related to sponsored project compliance
- Represent the department and university at various meetings/conferences both locally and nationally
RAS values diversity with full recognition that diversity is integral to success in research and achieving Harvard’s fundamental mission. This without a doubt extends into research administration and in turn, RAS is dedicated to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive culture that values, amplifies, and views as necessary strengths the unique qualities that varying backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and career paths bring to the workplace. RAS is committed in our service and support of the research community to ensure we practice, respect, and uphold Harvard’s core values of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging and are steadfast in our belief that adherence to these values allows us to make the most effective use of our collective talents.
Company
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s PhD. programs (the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872). The 40 academic departments and more than 30 centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.
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