The Office of Research and Creative Activity at Western Kentucky University seeks a part-time Compliance Associate. The Compliance Associate will work with the Office of Research Integrity Compliance Coordinator to provide guidance to the WKU campus system and supporting communities on regulations that govern responsible conduct of research and compliance with federal regulations, state laws, campus policies, and ethical guidelines governing the conduct of research. The Compliance Associate will also track and ensure compliance on sponsored projects, monitor required reporting on sponsored projects, and coordinate processes for ensuring compliance with the Financial Conflict of Interest on External Grants and Contracts policy.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of activities relating to research integrity and research compliance and adherence to pertinent federal, state, and local regulations.
• Work effectively with all stakeholders to ensure compliance on sponsored projects, monitor required reporting on sponsored projects, and assist with close out procedures.
• Assist the Compliance Manager in monitoring research activity that involves human subjects, vertebrate animals, and/or biosafety and provide administrative support to the campus Human Subjects Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC).
• Coordinate processes for ensuring compliance with the Financial Conflict of Interest on External Grants and Contracts policy.
• Assist in the implementation of comprehensive training programs for faculty, staff, and students that meet the requirements of pertinent regulations.
• Perform reception and customer service functions including answering and directing telephone calls and emails, drafting email, record keeping, website updates, and data entry.
• Coordinate functions such as travel, workshops, and information sessions.

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, customer service skills, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer and common software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail oriented with the capacity to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact professionally with a wide spectrum of individuals including faculty, staff, administration, and service personnel.

• At least two years post-secondary education
• At least two years administrative office experience

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

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