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Compliance Auditor (Research Auditor), DSMC

Indiana University Bloomington
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Job Summary

The IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center (IUSCCC) is seeking a DSMC Compliance Auditor to assist with the implementation and coordination of safety auditing / monitoring as part of the Data and Safety Monitoring Committee (DSMC). This role is a risk management role for the IUSCCC and will ensure adherence to all research standards set forth by the International Council on Harmonization (ICH) Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Human Subjects Office (HSO), Indiana University, National Cancer Institute (NCI) and other pertinent regulatory agencies, and adheres to institutional Standard Operating Procedures.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Cancer Center-wide monitoring of serious adverse events, reportable events, and deviations.
  • Responsible for DSMC meeting planning and management, report generation, documentation of minutes, and pre-review.
  • Runs reports from databases, collates the data to identify trends and track progress with team responses, and routinely shares progress with the DSMC.
  • Responsible for official communication with study teams on behalf of the DSMC.
  • Independently manages schedule to provide support for ongoing DSMC meetings.
  • Conducts annual Low Risk DSMC Reviews.
  • Monitors or audits a subset of investigator-initiated trials to meet the requirements of the IUSCCC Data and Safety Monitoring Plan.
  • Assists with review and approval of Data & Safety Monitoring Plans as part of scientific protocol review.
  • Participates in the development, coordination and support of QA and compliance functions and educational activities, including educational presentations, creating guidance documents, and other related responsibilities.

General Responsibilities

  • Carries out independent audits of research studies, investigators, operations and / or departments to ensure compliance based on established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for specific research (such as human subjects research); samples research study information and overviews research processes to gain an appreciation as to the overall quality and compliance of a given study, principal investigator and / or department
  • Identifies areas of research noncompliance or potential noncompliance; advises and consults with researchers, departments, and committee / board members and staff to correct problems such that the research operations are of high quality and meet university and regulatory agency standards and requirements
  • Writes audit reports and tracks audits to completion by ensuring that audits respond to audit reports; provides suggestions to auditees for corrective and preventive action plans as necessary
  • Investigates allegations regarding research noncompliance as special assignments and recognize the high degree of confidentiality required in such circumstances; escalate noncompliance related issues to senior administration within IU by presenting and explaining audit findings and analysis, when necessary
  • Compiles and presents audit summary reports for review by appropriate committee / review board(s) (such as IRB Executive Committee); reviews and provides feedback on meeting minutes related to audits; serves as a liaison between the appropriate committee(s) / board(s), if warranted, by a particular investigation
  • Analyzes and advises on trends in audit findings and facilitates the creation of well-targeted education or remediation plans; expands knowledge base and remains abreast of new research developments by reading publications, attending continuing education meetings, lectures, training sessions, and conferences
  • Qualifications

    Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

    EDUCATION

    Required

  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in science or health related field)
  • WORK EXPERIENCE

    Required

  • 2 years of clinical research, research compliance, or related experience
  • LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

    Preferred

  • Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) Certificate or a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Certification upon date of hire
  • SKILLS

    Required

  • Proficient in communication skills
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
  • Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
  • Highly thorough and dependable
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Knowledge of regulatory agency standards / guidelines, university policies, and auditing techniques
  • Working Conditions / Demands

    This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

    Work Location

    This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

    Benefits Overview

    For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings account with generous IU contributions
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Basic group life insurance paid by IU
  • Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
  • Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
  • Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
  • 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
  • Generous paid time off plans
  • Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

    Job Classification

    Career Level : Career

    FLSA : Exempt

    Job Function : Research

    Job Family : Research Compliance

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    Posting Disclaimer

    This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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