Director of Research Integrity and Compliance and Research Integrity Officer

Radford University

Job Location:

Radford, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 95580 - 114000

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Director of Research Integrity and Compliance and Research Integrity Officer

Application Review Date:7/1/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The Director of Research Integrity and Compliance and Research Integrity Officer (RIO) isresponsible for developing implementing and managing policies procedures and programs related to research integrity ethics compliance and research security. This is largely accomplished through the direct oversight and stewardship of the formal Responsible Conduct of Research Program Conflict of Interest Program and Research Security and the Research Compliance Programs consisting of both IRB and IACUC.

Required Qualifications

Masters degree or higher in a relevant area of study preferred. Relevant experience must include at least 10 years of related professional experience with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ten years of substantive experience in research compliance in higher education a research institute or a government regulatory agency with a significant focus on research integrity
In a higher education setting

Expertise in at least two research compliance areas identified above and sufficient working knowledge of all other areas.

Demonstrated experience interacting with regulatory governmental agencies accreditation or other oversight organizations.

Ability to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and integrity in all circumstances.

Graduate degree in the sciences

Experience managing internal investigations.

Demonstrated experience designing RCR programming.

Demonstrated experience engaging with leadership and other stakeholders on critical operational elements.

Demonstrated supervisory/managerial experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to application; please provide a cover letter outlining your interest experience and fit for the position; a current resume/cv with at least three professional references

Is this position Grant Funded:No

Is this position restricted:No

Is this position eligible for telework:No

Hours Per Week:40

Months per Year:12

Statement of Economic Interest Required:Yes

FLSA Status:Exempt

Work Classification:Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule:8-5 M-F

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Research Compliance Office

Salary:$95580 - $114000

Department Contact Name: Thomas Cruise

Department Contact Phone:

Department Contact Email:

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race color sex sexual orientation disability age veteran status national origin religion or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs activities admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the universitys policies procedures and programs concerning safety and security as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883 Radford VA 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees students volunteers and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.

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Title: Director of Research Integrity and Compliance and Research Integrity OfficerApplication Review Date:7/1/2026Campus Location: Radford City - Main CampusWork Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H...