Research Integrity Program Director

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 

Department: Office of Regulatory Compliance

Job Title: Research Integrity Program Director

Position #846325: – Requisition #: 40178

Job Summary:

The Research Integrity Officer (.5FTE) is a key member of the compliance team in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of Colorado Denver and University of Colorado Anschutz.  This position is responsible for administering policies concerning research misconduct, conducting inquires and investigations, leading responsible conduct of research education and fostering a culture of ethical research at both the Anschutz campus and the downtown CU Denver campus.  It will require a robust ability to interact effectively with faculty members and academic leaders (e.g. Department Chairs, Deans, etc.) The work requires extensive collaboration with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, Deans’ offices of the Schools and Colleges and the hospital affiliates of the CU Anschutz campus. This role is crucial for maintaining trust in academic, scientific, and medical research particularly on campuses with robust research programs at all fields and skill levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigation Assessment

• Consult confidentially with researchers regarding potential ethical dilemmas. Coordinate with other compliance offices as appropriate.

• Evaluate any allegations of research misconduct by conducting a preliminary assessment and documenting the findings.

• Communicate findings to relevant parties involved in a considered and thoughtful manner.

• Assess and problem solve for any systemic policy or process failures that the concern may have identified.

• Maintain a strong technical understanding of PHS Regulations and ORI guidance for assessing and reporting research misconduct, as well as other applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws, including ongoing continuing education in this policy area.

Investigation Oversight

• Coordinate with IT security, the applicable data system owners and the respondent to appropriately sequester all data and other evidence relevant to an allegation. All sequestered data and material will be stored in accordance with applicable policies and procedures and in a manner that will facilitate the evaluation of the allegation.

• Ensure that appropriate and discrete communication with funding agencies and leadership is maintained throughout the process. Coordinate with other potentially impacted compliance offices and committees to protect the rights of participants or animals etc.

• Charge, administer and support Inquiry and Investigation committees that are established to appropriately address allegations in accordance with federal funding agency regulations or campus policies and procedures.

• Serve as the liaison with the appropriate Deciding Official. Provide all reports and supporting documentation needed for the Deciding official’s review and determination.

• Manage any findings or follow-up action needed from the research misconduct process including notifications or any relevant federal, state or local governmental entities. 

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