APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:nnCURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process ( . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.nnCURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. ( Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.nnIf you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants ( .nnJOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:nnThe Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences, in Hershey, PA is seeking a Research Compliance Specialist. The Research Compliance Specialist works with investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students to ensure institutional and regulatory research compliance obligations are met through a review, evaluation, approval, and continual monitoring process; conduct internal audits/inspections; assist research teams navigate external audits/inspections; keep abreast of compliance requirement changes; prepare reports; provide training.nnDevelop research compliance monitoring policies and procedures; establish goals and objectives identifying successful program indicatorsnnAssist investigators, research teams, faculty, administrators, staff, and students meet institutional guidelines, state law, and federal regulatory compliance obligations; identify, interpret, and explain requirements impacting studiesnnReview, evaluate, approve, and continually monitor research project compliance; conduct internal quality assurance audits and inspections; maintain records and data; prepare reports detailing observations, risks, recommendations, and all other compliance actions requirednnPrepare investigators and other research personnel for sponsor, grantor, accrediting body, and regulatory authority compliance audits and inspections; conduct pre-audit/inspection interviews and record reviews identifying areas of concern; prepare reports and provide advicennDevelop and implement effective educational programs promoting responsible scientific research conduct and integrity; conduct training sessions for faculty, staff, and students in all areas of research compliancennKeep abreast of changing regulatory requirements and organizational demands impacting research; disseminate information as needednnAttend workshops and seminars to maintain currency and obtain advance knowledge regarding compliance reviews and research standardsnnMay supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management.nnMinimum Education & ExperiencennBachelor's Degreenn1+ year of relevant experiencennor an equivalent combination of education and experiencennThis is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.nnThe following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:nnPennsylvania State Police Criminal Background ChecknnPennsylvania Child Abuse HistorynnFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background ChecknnThe Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.nnThe pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:nn$51,000.00 - $74,000.00nnSalary Structure ( - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.nnCAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:nnPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, 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 ( .nnEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.nnEEO IS THE LAWnnPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, 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.nnFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster ( State Labor Law PosternnAffirmative Action ( State PoliciesnnCopyright Information ( PA