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Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job description

Export Control and Research Security Officer

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The Export Controls Office, under the direction of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation, is responsible for helping the University community understand and comply with export control laws and regulations. Research Security is tasked with Cornell's research security program, including compliance with National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 requirements.

Your Mission

As the Export Control and Research Security Officer, you will serve a critical role by ensuring Cornell research complies with legal and regulatory obligations related to export and import control, research security, and all relevant University policies. Reporting to the Chief Research Compliance Officer, you will lead designated compliance efforts across Cornell and serve as a university authorized representative with governmental agencies. In your oversight capacity, you will maintain and continuously improve a robust, integrated, and effective compliance program; partner with Cornell and government stakeholders to identify and address potential problems; and provide strategic oversight to staff and faculty with related responsibilities within their departments. You will bring to the role a thorough understanding of related laws and regulations, such as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations, and proven skills in risk-based analysis, decision-making, communications, and team leadership.

As a people manager and university leader, you will model and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing by fostering an environment where everyone has the ability to thrive and navigate work and life's challenges because they feel like they belong and have the tools and support they need.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing and further developing the export compliance program and ensuring appropriate risk protection.
• Working closely with researchers, staff, and internal and external stakeholders to assess and address existing and potential export control and compliance issues.
• Serving as administrator for export control software programs; as university authorized representative for U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security's SNAP-R system, and primary contact for export control questions and audits; and as the University's Empowered Official for the Department of State.
• Developing policies and procedures and providing necessary direction and guidance to the university community.
• Developing and providing training and other resources to campus.
• Preparing, monitoring, and auditing Technology Control Plans; drafting, signing, and submitting License applications; and serving as primary liaison between custom's broker and Cornell University.
• Working with Government Relations, University Compliance, and the Office of Vice Provost for International Affairs to ensure cross-functional compliance issues are addressed and regulatory issues are responded to.

What We Need
Send us a cover letter and resume outlining your interest in this position and explaining how your experience and qualifications match the position requirements.

When evaluating your candidacy, we will look for evidence of the following:

• Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of relevant experience, especially in export controls and research security; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with research compliance in higher education.
• Experience in or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion , and wellbeing.
• Proven experience connecting diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing practices to business goals.
• Ability to understand, apply, and communicate regulatory requirements.
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of the EAR, ITAR, OFAC and other applicable US export control and research security regulations; experience in technology and technical data classification.
• Knowledge of and proven ability to effectively interpret and apply regulations and laws to a broad community.
• Ability to maintain and utilize current knowledge and understanding of external regulations, government agencies/responsibilities and decision-making processes, and internal business and research operations and initiatives.
• Experience with complex enterprise IT systems and ability to effectively use technology.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including development and delivery of training and presentations to individuals and groups; developing written guidance, directions, and procedures that are end-user friendly and focused; and in engaging external and internal stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Proven effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead teams, work through formal and informal decision-making networks, and apply risk-based analyses and decision-making.

Additionally, we would like to see evidence of:

• JD or other advanced degree.
• Substantial experience in export control or research security.
• Experience managing medical and clinical research compliance.
• Experience with compliance in a research intensive, highly decentralized higher education organization.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

University Job Title:

Director Compliance

Job Family:

Administration

Level:

H

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$131,217.00 - $160,377.00

Remote Option Availability:

Hybrid Remote

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Kathy McKee

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Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2024-02-02

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