Research Integrity Monitor
MD Anderson
The Research Integrity Monitor ensures that research record keeping, and data management practices of Principal Investigators (PIs) and researchers translational and basic science research laboratories are compliant with institutional policies, procedures, and government regulations by identifying and enhancing compliance opportunities through outreach, continuing education and monitoring activities.
The ideal candidate will have managed or worked in a laboratory conducting scientific research.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Researcher Support
The Research Integrity Monitor (Monitor) will ensure research activities are being conducted in accordance with institutional policies including the Principles for Scientific Research Policy (Policy #RES3535). Specifically, the Monitor will conduct periodic reviews of research record-keeping and research data management practices (Practices) of principal investigators (PIs) and researchers in translational, basic science research laboratories and other areas as identified to (i) assess whether practices consistently protect the integrity of research, awareness of regulatory and institutional requirements, and (ii) identify opportunities for improvements in researcher's practices, institutional guidance and researcher support. Conduct spot checks with the PIs and relative staff. Prepare for the reviews of Practices by reviewing the scope of each individual PI's research which will include determining the funding sources, protocols, publications authored by the PI and PI's research staff. Communicate with PIs by sending out an email notification to inform the PI of the purpose of the Practices review visit of the purpose and to schedule a meeting with the PI. During the Practices review visit, the Monitor will review adherence with responsibilities regarding research documentation and data management and/or research keeping requirements in Policy #RES3535 to include a research documentation plan, training on creating and managing research documentation, and a transition plan to ensure continuity of research efforts and accessibility of research documentation when research team members depart. Ensure research team members have access to and use institutionally approved platforms and media to create and manage research documentation. Review research documentation by research staff to ensure compliance with Policy #3535. Assess research staff data management and record keeping practices using the PI Self-Audit checklist as a tool along with the level of awareness of regulatory and institutional requirements regarding research record keeping and data management. The Monitor will conclude their Practice review visit by reviewing identified opportunities for improvements of controls and research support with the PI and their research staff.
Educator/Trainer
The Monitor will assist PIs and research staff in identifying research record-keeping and research data management related educational/training opportunities to address areas for improvement and knowledge gaps at individual researcher and institution wide levels. Develop and maintain metrics, and reports to institutional leadership, of completed Practice review visits along with recommendations for improvements of controls and educational needs for research keeping and data management practices. Develop work priorities based on institutional needs.
Institutional Resource
The Monitor will assist in the development and implementation of an institutional researcher support outreach program. Monitor will keep up with research regulatory changes including federal, state and local compliance. Participate in initiatives and strategic plans including programmatic changes based on updated polices, regulations and or site visit recommendations. Serve as a resource to PIs in discussing best practices to ensure their research activities are compliant with applicable polices and regulations. Acts as a contact for specialized support and regulatory compliance analysis to the research faculty and staff that allows for extensive networking within the institution.
Assist with other areas of research integrity program as needed an assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree.
Preferred: Master's level degree in Biology, Life Science or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
Required: Four years experience in research or research compliance, general/legal regulatory compliance, corporate compliance, privacy compliance, billing and reimbursement or billing compliance, healthcare administration and/or general business as an analyst, auditor or fraud investigator. With preferred degree, two years of experience required. May substitute required degree with additional years of related experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred: Experience working in a research lab or research compliance environment at an academic research center, pharmaceutical company, or government/other funding agency. Three years of related experience, with specific experience in supporting administrative research projects. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a clear, professional and sensitive manner. Ability to work efficiently under stress with time limits imposed. Must be able to interact with a variety of professionals, administrators, and support staff. Proficiency with MS Office software applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173850 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No
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The ideal candidate will have managed or worked in a laboratory conducting scientific research.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Researcher Support
The Research Integrity Monitor (Monitor) will ensure research activities are being conducted in accordance with institutional policies including the Principles for Scientific Research Policy (Policy #RES3535). Specifically, the Monitor will conduct periodic reviews of research record-keeping and research data management practices (Practices) of principal investigators (PIs) and researchers in translational, basic science research laboratories and other areas as identified to (i) assess whether practices consistently protect the integrity of research, awareness of regulatory and institutional requirements, and (ii) identify opportunities for improvements in researcher's practices, institutional guidance and researcher support. Conduct spot checks with the PIs and relative staff. Prepare for the reviews of Practices by reviewing the scope of each individual PI's research which will include determining the funding sources, protocols, publications authored by the PI and PI's research staff. Communicate with PIs by sending out an email notification to inform the PI of the purpose of the Practices review visit of the purpose and to schedule a meeting with the PI. During the Practices review visit, the Monitor will review adherence with responsibilities regarding research documentation and data management and/or research keeping requirements in Policy #RES3535 to include a research documentation plan, training on creating and managing research documentation, and a transition plan to ensure continuity of research efforts and accessibility of research documentation when research team members depart. Ensure research team members have access to and use institutionally approved platforms and media to create and manage research documentation. Review research documentation by research staff to ensure compliance with Policy #3535. Assess research staff data management and record keeping practices using the PI Self-Audit checklist as a tool along with the level of awareness of regulatory and institutional requirements regarding research record keeping and data management. The Monitor will conclude their Practice review visit by reviewing identified opportunities for improvements of controls and research support with the PI and their research staff.
Educator/Trainer
The Monitor will assist PIs and research staff in identifying research record-keeping and research data management related educational/training opportunities to address areas for improvement and knowledge gaps at individual researcher and institution wide levels. Develop and maintain metrics, and reports to institutional leadership, of completed Practice review visits along with recommendations for improvements of controls and educational needs for research keeping and data management practices. Develop work priorities based on institutional needs.
Institutional Resource
The Monitor will assist in the development and implementation of an institutional researcher support outreach program. Monitor will keep up with research regulatory changes including federal, state and local compliance. Participate in initiatives and strategic plans including programmatic changes based on updated polices, regulations and or site visit recommendations. Serve as a resource to PIs in discussing best practices to ensure their research activities are compliant with applicable polices and regulations. Acts as a contact for specialized support and regulatory compliance analysis to the research faculty and staff that allows for extensive networking within the institution.
Assist with other areas of research integrity program as needed an assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelor's degree.
Preferred: Master's level degree in Biology, Life Science or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
Required: Four years experience in research or research compliance, general/legal regulatory compliance, corporate compliance, privacy compliance, billing and reimbursement or billing compliance, healthcare administration and/or general business as an analyst, auditor or fraud investigator. With preferred degree, two years of experience required. May substitute required degree with additional years of related experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred: Experience working in a research lab or research compliance environment at an academic research center, pharmaceutical company, or government/other funding agency. Three years of related experience, with specific experience in supporting administrative research projects. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a clear, professional and sensitive manner. Ability to work efficiently under stress with time limits imposed. Must be able to interact with a variety of professionals, administrators, and support staff. Proficiency with MS Office software applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173850 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: No
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