Job Description
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Research & Compliance Coordinator
The Center for Research Excellence is seeking a Research and Compliance Coordinator to facilitate Institutional Review Board (IRB) research compliance, proactive grant development, and research training. The Coordinator serves as a key liaison between the Center, faculty, and internal/external stakeholders to streamline the research lifecycle, from initial IRB protocol review to strategic grant scouting and interdisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate has exceptional organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to interpret complex guidelines and perform independent research. The earliest start date for this position is July 1, 2026.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support IRB compliance by serving as the first point of contact for faculty and student inquiries and conducting initial review of research protocols
- Track records for compliance training and monitor protocols and necessary approvals for research projects
- Research policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulations and best practices
- Proactively identify grant funding opportunities and match to faculty expertise
- Develop and coordinate training opportunities related to research compliance and grant seeking
- Track data related to research and grants and coordinate opportunities to highlight research
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Proven ability to perform independent research.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex guidelines.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with aptitude to learn new software and systems.
Preferred:
- Previous involvement with research environments.
- Experience with IRB protocols and federal research regulations.
- Experience in university settings.
- Ability to lead information and training sessions.
- Experience working with sensitive and/or confidential information.
To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume on Xavier University's website.
Review of applications will start on May 18, 2026 and will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.
Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.
Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.