at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 50492
Department: Research Integrity
Salary/Grade: EXS/10
Job Summary:
The Senior Compliance Specialist (SCS) supports ORI’s mission by managing research misconduct and research non-compliance investigations to ensure efficient coordination of research-related reviews, University compliance with all applicable regulations and policies and correction of non-compliance, as appropriate. The work performed by the SCS involves highly confidential investigations of potential wrongdoings by faculty, staff and students. The SCS interacts with the highest levels of University administration, and coordinates closely with the Office of the General Counsel and federal regulatory oversight agencies. Outcomes of the SCS’s work include: (1) comprehensive management of research non-compliance reviews; (2) federally compliant research misconduct proceedings; and (3) support and coordination of other ORI research compliance initiatives.
The Senior Compliance Specialist will support the OR mission and values of understanding empathy, modeling accountability, ensuring fairness, embracing community, and valuing creativity.
* This job description does not cover all aspects of the position
Specific Responsibilities:
- Direct and conduct research misconduct investigations arising from allegations of wrongdoing, data falsification, fabrication or plagiarism, in accordance with federal regulations and institutional policy, including the management of faculty inquiry and investigation committee activities and reporting to federal oversight agencies. Perform forensic image analysis and data analysis using a variety of software including Photoshop, Excel, and PowerPoint, and create analytical tools for faculty committees. Draft reports for faculty committees in compliance with federal regulations and expectations.
- Lead focused reviews of potential research non-compliance, including coordination with other OR and central offices to ensure that research is consistent with federal, state, local and institutional requirements and implement corrective action plans as necessary.
