Research Data Compliance Specialist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center

General Summary of Position Responsibility:

The Research Data Compliance Specialist (RDCS) reports to the Director, Office of Research Integrity & Compliance and the Data Discovery and Development Team in the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute in the Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.  This position provides support in research resource management and technical administration of our key initiatives.  This position will cooperatively work with and advise administrators, faculty, staff, and fellows/students with interpretation of regulations, policies and other obligations related to research data security to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handles multiple areas of compliance for Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute and provide scientific and technical consultation, including related federal/government regulations, institutional policy and procedures, and best practices nationally among major research universities and institutes.
• Supports Lurie Children’s grant applicants, grant awardees and staff with technical competence related to data management, the selection and use of repositories for curation of datasets of varying size and complexity.
• Provides guidance to researchers regarding procedures for handling research data, confidential information and proprietary materials, documents, and equipment used in research in conformance with regulatory, institutional, contractual and other requirements.
• Assists in the development and execution of a continuous research data monitoring program.
• Inventories and documents existing Institution systems that may contain Federal Contract Information (FCI), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and other secure data, and coordinates efforts to ensure controls are in place to appropriately safeguard the data.
• Assists in the development, maintenance, training, and monitoring of a coordinated approach to institution-wide policies and procedures related to research data and technology, including requirements stemming from funding/agreements, and including requirements associated with Federal Contract Information (FCI), Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Protected Health Information (PHI), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Personally Identifiable Information (PII), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and NSPM-33, among others.
• Develops content and provides training and consultation to facilitate collaboration, data management, and data-sharing to best support compliant research collaboration and innovation.
• Participates in the implementation of research data security policies and procedures and represents research interests on data compliance related committees and groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with acquisition and management of research-derived datasets as well as standards related to their use, sharing and storage.
• Bachelor or graduate degree in a related field, or professional certification (such as AHIC), or a minimum of 5 years of working experience in a position directly related to the management and manipulation of research data
• Four (4) years of experience in compliance or compliance-related fields.
• Three (3) years of experience with and understanding of scientific fields and scientific data management.
• Proficient with MS PowerPoint and Excel, Spreadsheets and data gathering and analysis tools.
• Proficiency in translating sophisticated scientific topics into non-technical language.
• Investigative nature and strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail to identify potential trends, issues, and process enhancements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop training materials and to provide individual training as appropriate.
• Working knowledge of information system technology and cybersecurity principles to include vulnerability scanning, network security principles, authentication and authorization, and incident response.
• Ability to think through and work on sophisticated issues critically and strategically.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, presentation, reporting, and data visualization skills.
• Strong project, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and develop process efficiencies where required.
• Able to work independently and know when to appropriately escalate an issue for resolution.
• Must be able to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the job.
• Knowledge of IRB processes/procedures and Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) operations.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines. Coding skills in languages such as SQL, Python, etc. preferred.
• Experience with statistical software such as SAS or SPSS preferred.

Commitment to Compliance and Integrity:

• Upholds the highest standards of professional and business conduct, adhering to the Code of Conduct and all other applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Promotes a culture of compliance throughout the organization and responds to all identified compliance concerns.

Education

Pay Range

$65,520.00-$107,120.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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