Senior Coordinator-Research Compliance-Research Administration

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
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We're looking for a detail-oriented and organized Senior Coordinator for Research Compliance-Bioresources to join our team in Detroit, United States. In this role, you will serve as a key liaison between research teams, institutional leadership, and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all bioresources operations maintain the highest standards of compliance and ethical conduct. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, a thorough understanding of research compliance frameworks, and a commitment to maintaining accurate documentation and regulatory adherence.

• Coordinate and oversee compliance activities related to bioresources management, including animal care, tissue banking, and biological specimen handling
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with federal, state, and institutional regulatory requirements
• Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, reports, and applications to oversight bodies such as IACUC, Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), and other relevant agencies
• Conduct compliance audits and assessments to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain comprehensive records and databases related to bioresources protocols, approvals, and ongoing compliance activities
• Serve as a primary point of contact for research teams regarding compliance requirements and best practices
• Coordinate training programs and educational sessions on compliance policies and procedures for research staff
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders
• Prepare materials for institutional review meetings and compliance presentations
• Collaborate with research coordinators, principal investigators, and administrative staff to ensure seamless compliance operations
• Analyze compliance data and generate reports to support continuous improvement initiatives

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in research compliance, bioresources management, or related regulatory field
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and institutional research compliance regulations (USDA, NIH, FDA guidelines)
• Strong proficiency with documentation systems and laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex compliance requirements clearly
• Advanced organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to generate comprehensive compliance reports
• Experience with IACUC protocols and animal care standards (preferred)
• Knowledge of biosafety protocols and biohazard handling procedures (preferred)
• Experience with grant management and regulatory submissions (preferred)
• Audit preparation and quality assurance experience (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all documentation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills