The Associate Legal Officer, plays a crucial role in two key areas: serving as in-house legal and regulatory counsel on matters of research integrity and assisting in the strategic vision for the research integrity program. Here's a breakdown of responsibilities:
Providing Legal and Regulatory Counsel: Conduct legal research and analysis on research integrity issues, including federal and state laws and regulations. Offer legal guidance on handling research misconduct allegations in compliance with relevant laws. Provide advice and counsel on research integrity matters to stakeholders, such as research misconduct committees and the Research Integrity Officer. Prepare reports for research misconduct assessments, inquiries, and investigations. Support research misconduct proceedings and assist in determining corrective actions for integrity and legal violations. Handle reporting and communications related to research integrity and misconduct matters. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws impacting research and compliance obligations. Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting compliance and serve as a resource to senior leadership. Assisting with Research Integrity Program Activities Aid in matters related to the research integrity program and conduct or support training initiatives. Contribute to the development and oversight of policies critical to the effectiveness of the research integrity program. Attend and support various research misconduct committees. Assist in corrective action and disclosures to regulatory agencies. Participate in institutional risk analysis and monitoring programs related to research integrity. Help develop and manage compliance awareness programs, communications, education, and program website. Additional Responsibilities:
Represent compliance on institutional committees. Perform other duties as assigned. ?Required Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Economics, or a related field. Two years of legal experience in a law firm or healthcare organization. It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
