Senior Compliance Analyst (Research)

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace; it is a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

The Senior Research Compliance Analyst (Senior Analyst) provides high level policy and compliance expertise and operational support to the Executive Director of Research Security and the University Research Security Team. This role is responsible for monitoring and interpreting evolving research security legislation, regulations, and sponsor requirements, and translating them into actionable institutional guidance and processes. The Senior Analyst plays a critical role in strengthening the University’s research security posture through policy development, compliance facilitation, education, and program management.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated capacity to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, practical guidance. They possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability. The role requires managing and prioritizing multiple competing responsibilities while exercising flexibility and sound judgment in navigating evolving compliance requirements. Success in this position also depends on working independently and proactively while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholder groups across the institution and more broadly.

Key responsibilities

• Provide support in the areas of export controls, research conflict of interest, and research security.
• Identify, analyze, track, and communicate new and emerging federal, state, and sponsor research security legislation, policies, requirements, and resources.
• Interpret complex regulatory guidance and provide clear recommendations to University leadership, researchers, and staff.
• Facilitate compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements.
• Provide high-level support related to research security, export controls and research conflict of interest aspects of sponsored projects.
• Conduct initial reviews of international outside activities and agreements to assess research security and compliance considerations.
• Conduct reviews of travel disclosures and provide briefings as needed.
• Support the development, revision, and implementation of University policies, guidance documents, and resources.
• Develop educational materials and provide outreach, training, and advisory support to researchers and staff to promote awareness and compliance.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advise internal stakeholders on mitigation and best practices.
• Provide program management for sponsored projects, including coordinating project activities, engaging stakeholders, supporting recruitment efforts, and developing reports, products, and resources.
• Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic regulatory environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of experience in federal and/or academic research security,
• export controls, and/or research conflict of interest; federal research
• regulatory analysis and compliance or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal research security, export controls, and/or conflict of interest legislation, policies, and guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in science, law, public policy, or a related field.
• Experience in an academic or research intensive environment.
• Experience supporting research compliance programs.

Additional Information

Please include a cover letter and resume when submitting application.
Salary is up to $125,000, commensurate with experience. 

Applications are due by July 15, 2026

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.