Director, Research Integrity & Conflict of Interest

Job Summary

The Director of Conflict of Interest & Research Integrity leads Drexel University's programs related to research conflict of interest, research integrity, and responsible conduct of research (RCR). This role serves as both the Conflict of Interest Officer and the Research Integrity Officer, providing institutional leadership for COI management, research misconduct assessments and investigations, and proactive integrity education.

This position expands Drexel's outwardfacing services by strengthening training, faculty engagement, and campuswide awareness of research integrity principles. It also enables Drexel to conduct research misconduct investigations inhouse, reducing reliance on external consultants and generating longterm cost savings.

Essential Functions

• Serve as Drexel's Research Integrity Officer (RIO), overseeing research misconduct inquiries, investigations, reporting, and compliance with federal regulations (e.g., 42 CFR Part 93).
• Serve as the Conflict of Interest Officer, managing COI disclosures, reviewing potential conflicts, and developing management plans.
• Lead the university's Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) program, including training, outreach, and faculty engagement.
• Develop and implement policies related to COI, research integrity, and responsible research practices.
• Conduct or oversee research misconduct investigations internally, reducing the need for external consultants.
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students on COI, research integrity, and ethical research practices.
• Collaborate with Sponsored Research, HR, General Counsel, and academic units to ensure consistent and compliant processes.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure institutional alignment with federal and sponsor requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure fair, unbiased handling of all research integrity matters.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in research compliance, research integrity, COI management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations governing research misconduct and COI.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and impartiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, JD, or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience conducting research misconduct investigations.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Experience in a university or researchintensive environment.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking

Location

• Hybrid/Flexible Work Arrangement

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade O. Compensation for this grade ranges from $119,470.00 - $179,200.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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