Senior Research Compliance Specialist – Controlled Substances

Emory University

. Ensure institutional compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and university research regulations and policies .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research compliance, including the development and implementation of policies and procedures, compliance monitoring, and oversight of controlled substances. Proven ability to conduct risk assessments, provide training, and collaborate with various stakeholders to promote a culture of compliance.

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Research ComplianceControlled Substances OversightRisk AssessmentCompliance TrainingDEA Regulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Compliance ReviewsPolicy DevelopmentDocumentation AnalysisOnsite InspectionsMetrics PreparationProgram EvaluationRecord MaintenanceCorrective ActionsPreventive ActionsLicensure Monitoring

Soft Skills

Collaborative CommunicationConsultative SupportProblem SolvingTraining DeliveryContinuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP)Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC)

Industry Keywords

Research AdministrationFederal RegulationsState RegulationsSponsor ComplianceUniversity Research EnvironmentInternal AuditLegal ComplianceHeavily Regulated IndustriesProgram IntegrityConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure institutional compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and university research regulations and policies
Conduct compliance reviews and risk assessments
Support investigations and issue resolution, including documentation, analysis, reporting, and corrective and preventive actions
Develop, implement, and maintain research compliance policies, procedures, guidance, and operational tools
Provide training, education, and consultative support to faculty, research staff, and administrators
Prepare reports, metrics, and documentation for compliance monitoring, program evaluation, and leadership reporting
Maintain accurate and secure program records and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information
Collaborate with departments, committees, central offices, and external partners to support research compliance programs and enterprise systems
Contribute to continuous improvement of research compliance programs and promote a positive culture of compliance and responsible research conduct
Provide compliance oversight for controlled substances used in research, including DEA and state regulatory requirements
Conduct onsite inspections and reviews of laboratories and storage locations using controlled substances
Monitor licensure, inventories, purchasing records, accountability records, and remediation activities related to controlled substances compliance
Perform related responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Five years of experience in research administration, research compliance, internal audit, legal, audit, or a related field
Experience in a university or research environment involving heavily regulated industries preferred
Juris Doctorate or master's degree preferred
Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified in Healthcare Research Compliance (CHRC), or similar certification preferred
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs
Knowledge of DEA and state regulatory requirements for controlled substances
Ability to conduct onsite inspections and reviews of laboratories and storage locations
Ability to monitor licensure, inventories, purchasing records, accountability records, and remediation activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities