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The Office of Research Protections and Compliance (ORPC) provides a centralized resource to ensure UMBC conducts research activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and institutional regulatory requirements. ORPC collaborates with the UMBC community to follow the highest ethical standards governing research activities. The UMBC Research Compliance Program Areas include; Human Subjects Protections, Animal Care and Use, Institutional Biosafety Research, Export Control, Conflicts of Interest, Responsible Conduct of Research and supporting the Vice President for Research with Research Integrity.

The Research Security and Integrity Manager will directly report to the Assistant Director of Research Security. This position will also work with ORPC leadership to conduct self-assessments and incorporate risk assessment measures to ensure the continued compliance of UMBC’s export control program. This position will also work on the NSF RISC award to develop a roadmap for universities to navigate through the complex research security landscape. 

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $79,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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The Research Security and Integrity Manager position is a critical position that will also help university personnel to understand and comply with federal export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Commerce Control List (CCL) and the regulations administered by the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). These laws govern the transfer of controlled technology and information to foreign countries and to foreign nationals within the U.S. (“deemed exports”). The purpose of export control laws is to provide for the national security of the United States by promoting regional stability, preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives abroad, and protecting U.S. economic interests at home. This position will provide training to UMBC faculty and staff on export control regulations and be expected to conduct ongoing liaison with various departments within UMBC and with other universities.

The Research Security and Integrity Manager will:

• Provide guidance, direction and oversight to ensure adherence with federal export control regulations and policies and procedures related to Research and Creative Achievement (RCA) regulations.
• Assist with research security and integrity matters such as Conflict of Interests, Responsible Conduct of Research, and ethics.
• Assists in the determination, drafting and management of UMBC’s Technology Control Plans and disseminates information and develops policies, and procedures to facilitate compliance with export control regulations. 
• Support the RISC grant funding research and attend major meetings and promote an environment of compliance within the UMBC community.
• Coordinate with other UMBC entities on export controls.

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of five (5) year's experience in an export control field, research administration or related area. 
• Maintains active membership in relevant organizations (AUECO, NCURA, SRA, etc.)

• Master's degree
• Six years of experience in an export control field. 
• Certifications as Export Compliance Professional (ECoP) and or Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) desired.

A background check will be required. 

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UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary: $79,000 to $89,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

40% grant-funded and 60% percent regular-funded position

Note: This position is Grant Funded, wherein employment is contingent upon award renewal. The grant is funded for three years with the intention of converting to 100% regular funding. 

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