Nova Southeastern University · 22 hours ago
Executive Director, Human Research Protection Program - 991372
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expNova Southeastern University (NSU) is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. The Executive Director will oversee the integrity and compliance of all human subjects research, ensuring that all activities are conducted in accordance with ethical principles and regulatory policies.
EducationHigher EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates work activities of subordinates and staff, including hiring, coaching, evaluating, and terminating
Supervises NSU’s Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Oversees the development and oversight of HRPP for NSU’s IRB
Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization, NSU Health, and the Division of Research
Provides expert direction, guidance, dissemination, support, and training for human-research-related federal regulations and guidelines, state regulations and guidelines, conflicts of interest, and research integrity
Develops processes and performance metrics to lead research compliance including, but not limited to, research monitoring, audits and research integrity
Implements and ensures all regulatory and compliance functions and systems are kept current to support the research compliance program and participates in continuous process improvement initiatives
Performs compliance reviews and internal audit checks based on risk assessment. Reviews to ensure protocol compliance with FDA regulations, study-specific and departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs), International Conference of Harmonization (ICH) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
Leads external audits with FDA, Office of Research Protections (ORP), Sponsors and others. Prepare NSU for these audits and oversee creation and implementation of Corrective Action Plans
Communicates with and educate physicians, faculty, research staff, students, and new research hires regarding all aspects of research compliance and best practices
Completes special projects as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of Human Subjects Research Compliance and Institutional Review Board Regulations
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Applies sound judgment and analytical reasoning to evaluate complex information, identify issues, and develop effective, evidence-based solutions
Demonstrates effective communication skills to lead and oversee teams, manage audits, and educate research personnel at all levels
Demonstrates strong complex problem-solving skills by analyzing multifaceted issues, identifying root causes, and developing innovative, practical solutions to ensure effective research operations and regulatory compliance
Exhibits decisive judgment and the ability to make sound decisions independently with minimal supervision
Possesses superior writing skills with the ability to craft clear, accurate, and persuasive documents, reports, and correspondence that effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences
Adaptable in dynamic environments, able to pivot quickly and take appropriate, effective action
Masters Degree in related field
A minimum of ten (10) years progressive work experience in three or more of the following areas: sponsored projects, research related financial compliance, research administration, research data management, research conflicts of interest, and other research compliance areas
Preferred
Certified Research Professional
Benefits
Tuition waiver
Retirement plan
Excellent medical and dental plans
Company
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University is a nonprofit, independent research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (22)
2024 (21)
2023 (10)
2022 (16)
2021 (19)
2020 (11)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.75MKey Investors
Community Foundation of BrowardHealth Foundation of South Florida
2025-06-26Grant· $0.45M
2023-02-15Grant· $1M
2022-02-22Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Marilyn Gardner
Program Professor & Education Enterprise Associate
Theoharis Theoharides
Executive Director, Center of Excellence for Neuroinflammation Research, NSU
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