Compliance Program Manager, Senior

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Compliance Program Manager based in the United States.

The Senior Compliance Program Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide compliance initiatives within a leading healthcare and biomedical research environment. This role focuses on international compliance, export controls, research security, foreign influence, research misconduct, and conflicts of interest. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, you will help ensure organizational activities align with applicable local, state, federal, and international regulations. You will serve as a subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance, conducting risk assessments, and strengthening compliance frameworks across research and clinical operations. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise risk management and support responsible scientific innovation. The role can be performed fully remotely within the United States.

You will oversee key compliance programs, provide regulatory expertise, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to identify and mitigate risks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the day-to-day management and oversight of export controls, foreign influence, research misconduct, and other compliance initiatives assigned by senior compliance leadership.

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and procedures through effective monitoring and program management.

• Independently determine appropriate methods and evaluation criteria for compliance activities, securing necessary approvals, authorizations, and export licenses.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on export control regulations, foreign influence requirements, and international compliance matters, providing guidance, training, and educational resources to faculty and staff.

• Review third-party arrangements involving international entities and foreign nationals to assess potential national security risks related to healthcare, research, and other organizational activities.

• Conduct export control assessments, including product and technology classifications, shipping reviews, and international travel assessments.

• Support export licensing applications, the use of regulatory exemptions, and the implementation of technology control plans.

• Strengthen efforts to prevent improper foreign influence through risk assessments, training programs, and stakeholder outreach.

• Perform enterprise-wide and department-specific risk assessments, develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures, and help departments establish effective monitoring mechanisms.

• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and coordinate compliance initiatives with affiliated institutions when appropriate.

• Monitor changes in local, state, federal, and international legislation and regulatory requirements, interpreting their implications and developing strategies to address emerging obligations.

• Collaborate with conflicts of interest program leadership to provide regulatory guidance on institutional, research, and board-related conflicts of interest.

• Support continuous improvement of compliance operations, reporting processes, and organizational risk management practices.

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by senior leadership.

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in healthcare or research compliance, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex enterprise initiatives independently. The following qualifications are expected:

• Master's degree in business, healthcare, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications and experience.

• At least 5 years of experience in data analytics, healthcare compliance, research compliance, auditing, or a related field within healthcare or research environments.

• CHC, CRC, or another recognized compliance certification, or the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment.

• A JD or LLB from an accredited US law school is preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of federal and state healthcare and research regulations, particularly export controls, research security, international collaborations, and related compliance frameworks.

• Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and frameworks, including the BIS 50% Rule, BioSecure Act, Foreign Investment Review, COINS Act, GDPR, NIST CUI, DOE Conflict of Interest, DOJ Data Security, ITAR, OFAC, NSF Research Security Policy, NSPM-33, Uniform Guidance, FARS, HIPAA, USG High-Risk Life Sciences Research Policy, and DOD/W Section 1286 and 1260H.

• Exceptional professional integrity, credibility, discretion, and sound ethical judgment.

• Demonstrated proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and practices.

• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make strategic decisions based on complex information.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings, recommendations, and regulatory guidance effectively.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong leadership and supervisory capabilities, including the ability to coach, mentor, and support colleagues.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather information from multiple sources and develop comprehensive solutions.

• Experience with compliance-related software, operational integrity systems, compliance metrics, and reporting tools.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environment.

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues across departments.

• Ability to introduce innovative approaches, adopt industry best practices, and lead organizational change.

• Strategic thinking skills, with a focus on identifying organizational risks and continuously improving compliance processes and programs.

Benefits

• Annual base salary ranging from $136,677 to $215,987, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Potential relocation assistance.

• Fully remote work arrangement within the United States.

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement benefits.

• Family support resources and employee assistance programs.

• Access to an onsite health clinic.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Paid vacation: 12–22 days per year.

• Paid sick leave: 12–25 days per year.

• 13 paid holidays annually.

• Paid parental leave of up to 4 weeks.

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