University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Job Description Summary

The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest and one of the finest medical schools in the United States. Penn is rich in tradition and heritage and at the same time consistently at the forefront of new developments and innovations in medical education and research. Since its founding in 1765 the School has been a strong presence in the community and prides itself on educating the leaders of tomorrow in patient care, biomedical research, and medical education.  http://www.med.upenn.edu/

Job Description

The Clinical Research Compliance Specialist is an integral member of the Office of Clinical Research (OCR) in the Perelman School of Medicine and reports directly to the Director or Associate Director, PSOM Clinical Research Audit and Compliance. The Clinical Research Compliance Specialist will work as part of the Compliance team to help support and facilitate clinical research at the University of Pennsylvania. The Clinical Research Compliance Specialist will work with senior team members to facilitate and conduct high quality compliance reviews, which include review preparation, conduct, close out and reporting, to ensure compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies. This position will interface with research investigators and staff throughout the review process. In addition to compliance reviews, this position will assist in the development of protocols, informed consents, case report forms, and other study documentation for Principal Investigators as needed. Within the OCR, the Clinical Research Compliance Specialist will interface with other OCR units to ensure the best support of research regulatory requirements, to assist with OCR research educational initiatives and to participate in research staff training.

Bachelors Degree and 3-5 years experience in clinical/translational research compliance and/or operations in any of the following areas: Academia, Pharmaceutical Company, Contract Research Organization or Site Management Organization, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$50,684.00 - $91,232.00

Affirmative Action Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.