The Research Compliance Officer assists in the development and implementation of research compliance programs to ensure compliance with required protocols, regulations, and laws -- primarily with human or animal research -- including federally-mandated agency program requirements. The hiring range for this position is $52,000 - $61,000. The work location for this position is on the Orono campus of the University of Maine; however, remote working is negotiable.

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing. Further information can be found on our Together for Maine website.

Required:

• Education generally associated with a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in higher education and/or a research institutional structure;
• 3 or more years of experience with regulatory compliance issues related to human or animal research;
• Demonstrated proficiency and/or willingness to develop expertise in a broad range of research compliance areas, including but not limited to, human subject research, animal research, biosafety, conflict of interest, responsible conduct of research and export controls;  
• Computer proficiency, including a working knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Suites and relational databases;
• Prior experience creating and delivering training programs in person and online;
• Demonstrated excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to effectively interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with audiences and individuals with a diverse range of skills, knowledge and abilities;
• Ability to handle complex administrative issues.  Superior organizational skills and proven ability to maintain efficiency and accuracy under time constraints while managing a multitude of equally critical job demands;
• Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, resolve conflicts in a timely manner, and lead and mentor others;
• Ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with University of Maine and University of Maine System administrative policies and practices.
• Master’s Degree.
• Professional Certificates (e.g. CIP, CPIA, CRA).

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Search Timeline is as follows:
Review of applications to begin: January 3, 2023
Screening interviews to begin no earlier than: January 23, 2023
On-site interviews to begin no earlier than:  February 6, 2023
Tentative start date: March 1, 2023

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Paula Portalatin at paula.portalatin@maine.edu.

Appropriate background checks are required.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).