Research Compliance & Grant Specilaist

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
185 Cambridge Street (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
Will work in collaboration to ensure research compliance and consistency across all entities. Will be responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and practices designed to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and policies, as well as for monitoring the day-to-day compliance activities of the entity. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Provide comprehensive regulatory guidance to the research community regarding the responsible conduct of research. -Assist in the development, implementation, review, and revision of research policies and procedures that will meet the goals and objectives of the research compliance programs. -Conduct focused training and education plans based on findings from risk assessments and audits, regulatory changes and enforcement activities, and new policies and procedures. -Conduct risk assessments of various research functions at the entity, with particular attention on grants management, time and effort reporting, allocation of charges, financial support reporting, and clinical trials billing. -Monitor entity research policies and procedures in identified high compliance risk areas. -Investigate reports related to noncompliance. -Report results of internal monitoring and external audits to the compliance committee. Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience Thorough familiarity with current applicable laws and regulations, including federal, state, and non-federal regulations surrounding research and research grants 2-3 years required and Experience in project management in a complex organization 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally. - Must possess strong analytical skills. - Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills. - High degree of computer literacy. - Strong understanding of federal regulations, such as the Common Rule, HIPAA, and other relevant research compliance standards. - Familiarity with the roles and responsibilities of institutional review boards and review process. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.