Hiring: Assistant Vice President for Research, Compliance Company: Northwestern University Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:29:29 Target Skills & Keywords : HTML, Regulatory Compliance About the job Experience: •10 years of experience in a research or regulatory environment, particularly in compliance and research administration. •At least 10 years of experience in a research or regulatory environment, particularly in compliance and research administration. Required Skills: •This position requires frequent interactions with other OR leaders as well as key partners across other University offices. The AVP also engages with agencies, contractors, and peers outside of Northwestern. These critical interpersonal functions mandate on-campus, in-person presence at least three days a week. •Through service on various University committees, including Research Compliance, IRB Chairs, IACUC (ex-officio), Conflict of Interest Oversight, Feinberg School of Medicine Conflict of Interest, the AVP influences policy and process, building consensus and consistency in coordination with other units and schools. •The Assistant Vice President for Research will support the OR mission and values of understanding empathy, modeling accountability, ensuring fairness, embracing community, and valuing creativity •Partner cross-functionally with the Vice President for Research (VPR), the CROO, other AVPs and unit directors in OR to create a collegial and mutually reinforcing management team in alignment with the OR Values. •Understand and keep abreast of federal and state regulatory environments and University policies relating to all reporting areas to ensure the VPR, CROO and senior leadership are apprised of research regulatory issues and significant new developments. •Support cross-functional initiatives in pursuit of the university’s research mission through leadership and participation in workgroups focused on regulatory compliance topics and other strategic initiatives. •Collaborate closely with the University’s central compliance function, escalating issues and regulatory changes that may have broader impact. Represent Office for Research on the University’s Compliance Committee. •Partner cross-functionally with schools and units across the University, addressing areas of concern and enhancing support for the research enterprise. Qualifications: •Advanced degree (e.g., MA, MS, JD, PhD). •Effective leadership and management skills, with ability to develop staff while delegating authority and responsibility. •Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, and the ability to interpret those requirements to a broad range of audiences. •Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical and organizational skills. •Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external constituencies, including faculty members, staff across the University, students and oversight agencies. •Demonstrated capacity to maintain a working environment characterized by effective teamwork and collaboration with peers. •A deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture and an understanding of the critical role that basic and translational research plays in sustaining and broadening the intellectual rigor of an elite research university. •Commitment to high ethical standards. •The ability to manage confidential information. •A demonstrated track record of effective leadership in higher education. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!