The Research Office at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Remote) Research Technology Compliance Specialist.

About the Opportunity

As a (Remote) Research Technology Compliance Specialist, you will support the Research Office, the research community, and other departments involved in research administration and compliance by providing services that directly support the submission, review, and approval of research. Job-related tasks include but are not limited to supporting technology used in the engagement of participants, managing website content and Microsoft SharePoint web pages, permissions and file management, developing guidance and knowledge articles related to research systems and processes, and managing small projects related to research systems or technology.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible, non-classified staff position)
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What you'll do:

• Support the Research Community in ensuring compliant use of technology and data.
• Support the Research Office with internal automation projects.
• Participate as a core team member on the program management team for an enterprise research initiative to modernize software and streamline processes. Assigned responsibilities will be website content and knowledge base/guidance materials.
• Oversee assigned Research Office websites and SharePoint web pages and manages content.
• Assist with or manages projects related to researcher tools and services.
• Develop materials for electronic informed consent and assists with maintaining standards for the electronic informed consent (eIC) program.
• Develop standards and guidance for technology used in the conduct of research (survey software, participant payment software, data sharing, and transfer).
• Create guidance and supports Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for the Research Office.
• Assist with the Data Protection Form reviews and process management.
• Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and institutional policies and procedures related to research and information security.
• Consult with IT departments and others as needed to resolve issues for researchers.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with HTML and Microsoft Teams/SharePoint and IT support.
• Ability to manage small projects.
• Basic proficiency and comfort with HTML.
• Experience in creating and managing Microsoft SharePoint and Teams sites.
• Ability to learn new software programs.
• Ability to analyze moderate business problems and propose effective solutions.
• Skilled at using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to interpret complex information such as federal regulations and policy.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Skilled at building and maintaining positive relationships.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills (working on multiple projects simultaneously).
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently (remote position).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education or a research environment.

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.