Training and Education Manager, Research Integrity and Compliance

Training and Education Manager, Research Integrity and Compliance

POSITION DETAILS

The City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking a Training and Education Manager, Research Integrity and Compliance for the Office of Research (OR). In a single integrated system of 25 colleges and schools, OR is responsible for the leadership of university initiatives that build research capacity for CUNY. Research, scholarly, and creative pursuits are supported through three OR divisions: Research Development and Programs; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; and Research Integrity and Compliance. Jointly, these divisions encourage collaborative and transdisciplinary research innovations; foster startups and commercialization; and ensure adherence to the standards that govern research ethics and sponsored program administration.

Reporting to the University Executive Director of Research Integrity and Compliance, the Training and Education Manager will play a key role in identifying and addressing the training needs of the Research Integrity and Compliance (RIC) division, including the CUNY-wide adoption and use of a new electronic research administration (eRA) system. This skilled professional will develop, implement, and manage educational training programs for diverse stakeholder groups including research compliance and sponsored programs professionals; faculty and staff researchers; and students. In collaboration with other subject matter experts, they will create, launch, and update content covering all areas of research integrity and compliance, including responsible conduct of research, human subjects protection, animal welfare, conflicts of interest, export controls, research security, sponsored research compliance, and eRA system use.

Key duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Design and facilitate the training of CUNY researchers on pre-award, post-award, and compliance functions and obligations, in collaboration with OR colleagues and the CUNY Research Foundation.
• Propose, develop, and deliver educational resources and training to research compliance colleagues, research administrators, and others both in OR and throughout the University system.
• Create targeted research integrity and compliance content for digital assets such as websites, email newsletters, intranet platforms, and other mass delivery approaches.
• Evaluate research compliance training initiatives using best practice assessment tools to gauge the effectiveness of curricula, approach, and delivery. Steer evaluation outcomes to inform future training design and delivery.
• Collaborate with RIC colleagues to convert quality assurance and audit findings into actionable training content.
• Guide OR colleagues in appropriate instructional design and delivery best practices; connect colleagues with related professional development opportunities.
• Partner with other OR divisions to identify opportunities for cross-cutting instructional design training in areas of overlap or emerging domains.
• Engage in possible travel to CUNY colleges/schools when required to liaise with campus communities.

NOTE:

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree and six years’ related experience required.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in a directly related discipline, which may substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering educational content to a variety of adult learners, familiarity with instructional design methods, approaches, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology to provide synchronous and asynchronous training to remote learners.
• Experience supporting systematic research compliance programs or grants and contracts functions in a university setting.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office products, as well as proficiency using administrative, financial, and academic programs, systems, and databases.
• Exemplary organizational and project management skills to develop objectives, set and adapt to changing priorities, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, flexible, and collaborative work style with strong interpersonal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills to forge successful relationships with diverse faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Curiosity and initiative to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Detail orientated and precise with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, plus ability to thrive in a multi-faceted and time-sensitive office.
• Commitment to public service, service excellence, inclusion, equity, ethics, and integrity to manage highly sensitive information and material discreetly.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages University research programs and provides support for related compliance activities.

• Administers various aspects of research programs including submission reviews, compliance education, and project protocols
• Provides administrative support and guidance to researchers and administrators with regards to applicable federal, state, local, and University regulations, laws, and policies
• Provides required training to investigators and key personnel
• Delivers or oversees educational training on research and related activities such as research subject rules and protocols, research compliance and integrity, etc.
• Monitors research subject care and use to ensure safety measures are met
• Serves as primary contact for Colleges and external organizations on research program needs and activities
• Collects information on, monitors, and reports on the advancement and completion of research projects and compliance
• May manage program administrative and clerical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $96,602 – $107,789 , commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY’s web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=29173&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service –>Careers

CLOSING DATE

November 14, 2024.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29173

Location

Central Office