M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
Remote Flexible Position
VP Area: President
Department: Assoc. VP Research Integrity (01491)
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $47,600 to $90,400
Close Date: 01/17/2025
Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President for Research Integrity, the Sr. Conflict of Interest Analyst will assist the University Conflict of Interest Officers with implementation of the University financial conflict of interest policies for individuals and the institution. Individual conflicts of interest may arise from the external financial interests of faculty, staff, and students that influence or may appear to influence the performance of the individual’s University responsibilities. Institutional conflicts of interest may arise from the external financial interests of senior administrative officials or from financial interests held by the University itself that may affect or appear to affect the primary research, education, clinical care, business transactions, or other activities central to the mission of the University. The Conflict of Interest Analyst will evaluate external financial relationships; investigate the potential for financial interests to influence University research or operations; and present information to the University Conflict of Interest Committee for review.
Responsibilities
- Develops a sound understanding of the University conflict of interest policies as well as all applicable federal and state requirements regulating conflicts of interest in a public institution. (5%)
- Interacts with University senior administrative officials, faculty, staff, and students about sensitive issues with appropriate professionalism, respect, and courtesy. A high level of discretion, confidentiality, and ethics are essential. (5%)
- Reviews external financial interests reported by senior administrative officials, faculty, staff, and students and makes an initial determination of whether the financial interests require review by the University Conflict of Interest Committee. (30%)
- Reviews certain financial interests held by the University and makes an initial determination of whether the financial interests require review by the University Conflict of Interest Committee. (10%)
- Researches the circumstances of potential conflicts and summarizes the possible impact and risks to the University for the Conflict of Interest Committee. (10%)
- Attends Conflict of Interest Committee meetings and provides written and verbal summaries of the potential conflicts evaluated. (5%)
- Assists the Conflict of Interest Committee in determining how financial conflicts of interest can be managed, reduced, or eliminated as appropriate to particular circumstances. (5%)
- Assists the Conflict of Interest Committee in collecting information related to compliance with University Conflict of Interest Policies and management plans. (10%)
- Provides training to the University community about financial conflict of interest policies, procedures, and requirements. (5%)
- Assists senior administrative officials, faculty, staff, and students with navigating the electronic disclosure system. Answers questions related to the disclosure process and facilitates communication between the users and the other related offices. (10%)
- Assists with the development and testing of software and databases for collecting, analyzing, and managing financial conflicts of interest. Maintains records and documentation in compliance with University policies and federal/state regulations. (5%)
- Other office duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency; plus four years related research experience, and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- * Please indicate the number of years of professional research experience that you have:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more
- To enable the University to evaluate your application in light of applicable federal law related to export controls, please check this box if you are a United States citizen, United States national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or if you have been granted asylum.
Required DocumentsOptional Documents- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- List of References
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