Conflict of Commitment and Interest Specialist - Vice Chancellor for Research

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jun 17, 2025
Conflict of Commitment and Interest Specialist - Vice Chancellor for Research Conflict of Commitment and Interest Specialist - Vice Chancellor for Research Hiring Department: Vice Chancellor for Research Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1034667 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37.5 per week Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: June 13, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $60,000.00 - 75,000.00 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. The Conflict of Commitment and Interest Specialist will be responsible for the coordination, management, and support activities associated with the Conflict of Commitment and Interest (COCI) programs. This includes providing guidance to UIC faculty, staff, and students on COCI policies, procedures, and federal regulations; preparing materials for the Conflict Review Committee (CRC) meetings; coordinating educational workshops; and reviewing current policies and procedures to propose modifications. Duties & Responsibilities: Manages disclosure and pre-approval request review in the disclosure system. Manages the subcontractor process, including assisting investigators in obtaining a netID and disclosing it in the COCI system. Completes Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) IRB- and grants-related intake, tracking and updating FCOI management systems and initial reviews. Provides guidance and advice to UIC faculty, staff, and students regarding the University Policy of Conflict of Commitment and Interest and COCI disclosure and management procedures. Assists the COCI Director with developing and presenting COCI workshops by updating materials and presentations, coordinating room reservations, creating workshop announcements, and leading the workshops as needed. Provides comprehensive reports and detailed analyses for administrative use. Maintains record-keeping and updates databases. Provides administrative support to the COCI Director, including answering phone inquiries, updating website content, and drafting correspondence. Advises UIC faculty, staff and students in preparing conflict management plans. Pre-review the plans to ensure they comply with federal regulations and guidelines, state laws, and University policies and procedures. Assists with coordination of the CRC meetings, including preparing agenda, disseminating meeting materials, attending meetings, and composing meeting minutes. May provide direct and/or indirect leadership in the absence of the Director. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position. Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience. Demonstrated experience working or supporting a Conflict of Commitment and Interest program (COCI). (NOTE: A Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.) Preferred Qualifications: Strong interpersonal, management and communication skills. Knowledge of basic information systems (Word, Excel, Adobe, and other database applications). Knowledge of conflict of commitment and interest policies, including University policies, state law and federal regulations with experience within a University setting managing conflicts of interest. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14973?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-34923560e5ffc648a6d0495a63546c32