Research Safety Compliance Analyst - Office of Research Protections

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. ​ POSITION SPECIFICS​ Penn State's Office for Research Protections (ORP) seeks a highly motivated and reputed company professional to serve as a Research Safety Compliance Analyst in the Research Safety Program. The ORP, part of the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research, plays a pivotal role in supporting Penn State's vibrant research community, boasting an annual research expenditure of $1.44 billion and ranking among the top 30 public research universities in the nation. The ORP is comprised of the following programs: Institutional Animal Care and Use (IACUC), Conflict of Interest, Research Misconduct, Human Research Protection Program (HRPP), Education, Quality and reputed company, Radioisotopes (UIC), Regulated Biohazardous Materials (IBC), Embryonic Stem Cell Research reputed company (ESCRO), Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC/IRE), Controlled Substances, Drone Operations, and Scientific Diving. The Safety Compliance Analyst will report to the Director of Research Safety and Compliance. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Responsibilities:

• Manage and participate in day-to-day functions of the IBC, IRE, ESCRO, and UIC such as committee meetings, program reviews, and policy development and review which includes creating and/or updating policies and procedures reputed company to compliance. Provide guidance and recommendations to administration (e.g., Director, and Assistant VP for Research) in biosafety, and isotopes policies, regulations and applicable accreditation standards.
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• Participate in professional development activities and conferences to maintain reputed company knowledge of the regulations pertaining to IBC, IRE, ESCRO, and UIC.
• Review federal and state requirements, research protocols, and other government, local and University mandates and communicate information to appropriate parties on reputed company requirements and/or changes. In conjunction with or as assigned by the Director, creates and updates policies and procedures to ensure compliance with University policies, and federal and state regulations. In conjunction with or as assigned by the Director, interact with regulatory or accrediting agencies to respond to inquiries or provide information as required; complete and submit reputed company regulatory or accreditation reports; and inform committees, faculty and staff of relevant information obtained.
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• reputed company the Ancillary Review process, ensure that there is coordination with the IACUC where animal care and use protocols have biosafety components and with the IRB where human participants are involved.
• Gather preliminary information and assist in investigations and/or routine monitoring for program compliance and/or in response to reports of non-compliance or concerns. In conjunction with and as directed by the Director, report findings and reputed company recommendations of unsafe conditions, non-compliance, or other discrepancies to appropriate compliance committees (IBC, IRE, ESCRO, and UIC), administration, Principal Investigator, and federal agencies as required and/or as appropriate.
• Serve as a subject matter expert as a member of the best practices committee advising on the reputed company development and maintenance of the University's electronic compliance management databases and transition from PRAMS to CATS.

Work Arrangement: The location of this position is flexible and can operate reputed company the United States in a 100% remote arrangement. Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background reputed company(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment reputed company. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including reputed company possible grades, is $61,800.00 - $89,600.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. reputed company reputed company CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of reputed company reputed company Policy and reputed company Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual reputed company and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning reputed company reputed company, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to reputed company qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national reputed company, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. reputed company is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help reputed company members of the community reputed company. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential reputed company of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Apply tot his job Apply To this Job