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This position may be considered for hybrid or remote work, subject to the terms of a telecommuting agreement and dependent on the needs of OR leadership and the research community. Preference for this position will be given to applicants who are able to work a hybrid schedule. While telecommuting, the employee is responsible for ensuring a worksite environment suitable for accomplishing their regular job duties during scheduled hours of work and, if applicable, arranging for dependent care just as they would if they were working in person at a UCSC worksite.
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ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Office of Research Compliance Administration (ORCA) is a unit of the Office of Research at the University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC). The University has a responsibility to ensure that any research conducted by students, staff or faculty at UCSC is conducted in compliance with University, local, state, federal and funding agency regulations. ORCA provides guidance, education and assistance with administrative processes to faculty, researchers, staff and students in areas of research compliance which currently include: human and animal subjects protection, conflicts of interest, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), cannabis, stem cell, export control, and other related compliance areas as required.
JOB SUMMARY Provides direct oversight, accountability, administration, and management of UC Santa Cruz's compliance program including, but not limited to, human and animal subjects protection, conflict of interest, responsible conduct of research, export control, foreign engagement, stem cell research oversight, and cannabis research oversight. Directs resources, establishes objectives, develops and implements policies and procedures related ORCA, Office of Research, and/or campus wide research compliance activities. Responsible for facilitating university compliance with federal regulations, state law, and related policies and regulations regarding research. Ensures adherence to the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. Acts as back-up for the Export Control Officer. Represents UC Santa Cruz in relevant system-wide working groups and meetings, and may represent UC Santa Cruz at external research compliance meetings. Reviews and approves recommendations for research compliance programs. Serves as subject matter expert on relevant compliance issues, provides institutional responses to regulatory requirements and may act as a liaison between the organization and federal regulators. Leads a team of specialists in providing comprehensive research compliance support to the campus community. Provides educational training on complex federal regulations, state law, and university policies and procedures to Office of Research and the broader campus community, ensuring essential knowledge and functional compliance processes across the campus. Uses strong professional judgment in resolving issues of non-compliance, legal records requests, agency inspections, and other unplanned issues. Evaluates and ensures corrective actions are completed.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Budgeted Salary: $155,000 - $170,000/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience. Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits Schedule Information:
Employee Classification: Career appointment Job End Date: None Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus. This position may be considered for hybrid or remote work, subject to the terms of a telecommuting agreement and dependent on the needs of OR leadership and the research community. Preference for this position will be given to applicants who are able to work a hybrid schedule. While telecommuting, the employee is responsible for ensuring a worksite environment suitable for accomplishing their regular job duties during scheduled hours of work and, if applicable, arranging for dependent care just as they would if they were working in person at a UCSC worksite. Union Representation: Non-Represented Job Code Classification: 000376 (RSCH CMPLNC MGR 2) Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES 50% - Compliance Management
25% - Management & Leadership
25% - Workgroups & Committees
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SAFETY STATEMENT All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
EEO/AA The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. |