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Research Security Officer
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Position Number: 5760236
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Science - Computer Science

Research Security Officer

Job ID: 278251
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

Research security has emerged as a top priority for U.S. institutions receiving sponsored project funds from federal sponsors.

National Security Presidential Memorandum 33 (NSPM-33) on National Security Strategy for United States Government-Supported Research and Development was released in January 2021 with the goal of securing federally funded research and protecting U.S. innovation. NSPM-33 directs funding agencies to require research institutions receiving more than $50 million per year in federal funding to certify that they have established and operate a Research Security Program as a condition of funding. This program, at a minimum, will include four main areas of focus: research security training, cybersecurity, foreign travel security and export control training.

Implementation Guidance for NSPM-33 defines research security as safeguarding the research enterprise against the misappropriation of research and development to the detriment of national or economic security, related violations of research integrity, and foreign government interference.

Job Summary

Job Posting Refreshed

The Research Security Officer will independently monitor research operations to ensure that research activities at AU are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and with USG and AU policies. They will be responsible for conducting risk assessments and drafting risk mitigation recommendations to drive improvement in research compliance at AU. In addition, they will promote a culture of compliance and ethics in research at AU, while maintaining focus on customer service and process improvement.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

Under the direction of the Director, Research Ethics and Compliance, operate the AU Research Security and Export Control Programs, including the identification and mitigation of compliance issues related to sponsored research, shipping, international travel, and international visitors. Provide guidance for compliance with research security, federal export control and economic sanctions regulations. Assist with policy development and communication across departments to ensure that export control and research security questions are raised and addressed in a timely manner. Conduct restricted party screening in support of funding applications, foreign travel and international visitors.

Implement a set of related risk metrics and reports, including losses and incidents, key risk exposures and early warning indications to support the Director, Research Ethics and Compliance in ensuring that AU Research Security Program operations are appropriately communicated to the AU Compliance & Ethics Program, the AU Enterprise Risk Management Program, and the Audit, Compliance, Ethics and Risk Management Steering Committee.

Develop and deliver training programs throughout the university in order to increase situational awareness and to inform members of the AU community of pertinent federal and state regulations standards and the applicable University System of Georgia, AU, and AUHS policies and procedures related to research security and export control.

Monitor shared resource emails accounts (i.e. Research Security) and assist the Director, Research Ethics and Compliance in investigations of reported problems or suspected violations related to research security and/or export control. Support the response to information requests related to research security initiated externally by both state and federal governmental agencies as well as non-governmental agencies, such as third-party payers. Determine and carry out appropriate action in collaboration with the Director, Research Ethics and Compliance, legal counsel and senior leadership of AU.

Assist with selecting, implementing, and maintaining information systems for conducting research, for restricted party screening, and for recordkeeping.

Perform other tasks as needed to facilitate compliance with research policies, regulations and guidelines within Research Administration and the broader research community at AU.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 5 years of experience in research and/or compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have experience in export controls and trade sanctions or related areas in an environment of similar scale and complexity. A master's degree or PhD, preferably in science or technology, is strongly preferred. Experience with software system vetting and implementation is also preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local regulations related to research security, export control and trade sanctions. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Relationship-building skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to interpret and apply compliance regulations and guidelines. Ability to critically analyze problems and provide solutions. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated program/project management abilities.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Pay Band: B14

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search for Job ID: 278251.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=278251&PostingSeq=1