Position Title:
Export Control Administrator
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Export Controls, including determining export control classifications
Working knowledge and application of Export Control regulations
Experience with Principal Investigators, inventors, and other research team members requiring interaction on a daily basis concerning policy and procedure, as well as concerning issues that require resolution
Experience in research compliance in a higher education environment
Experience in multi-disciplinary research settings
Work experience with database applications and other common software programs such as MS Office and other programs, including off-the-shelf systems
Job Description:
Are you dedicated to the mission of research and looking for an opportunity where you get to work with researchers that are using cutting-edge technology? Are you looking for an opportunity where you get to work with a strong, collaborative team?
If so, The Office of Research Ethics (ORE) at Iowa State University is seeking exceptional candidates to fill the role of Export Control Administrator! This position will be classified as a Quality Assurance Specialist II.
The ORE promotes an ethical research environment that fosters honesty, integrity, and a sense of community. The administrators within the office ensure that University research conducted on or off the ISU campus, including collaborative research with other institutions, is conducted in compliance with university, local, state, federal, and funding agency regulations. The Office of Research Ethics is inclusive of all components of the administration of research regulations and policies, including training and prevention programs and compliance activities for human subjects, animals, biohazards, radiation safety, conflicts of interest and commitment, export controls, research security, and research integrity. The Unit reports to the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR).
With guidance from the Assistant Director/Export Control Manager, the Export Control Administrator will be responsible for the protection of the research, development, and technologies of Iowa State University and its employees from transactions that would threaten U.S. National Security, Economic Security, and Foreign Policy interests.
Partnering with ISU stakeholders from Sponsored Programs, Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer, Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost, Procurement, Postal and Parcel, Risk Management, the research community, and effectively collaborating with external Counterintelligence Advisors will be critical to the success of this position.
The Export Control Administrator will work collaboratively with a team to review international shipments, contracts (including Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) and Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs)), sponsored projects, sensitive equipment purchases, international travel, and international students, staff, and scholars to determine export control classification and jurisdiction and whether a federal license is required, if a license exception/exemption applies, or if the activity is not subject to export regulations. This includes checking not only the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, Export Administration Regulations, and Office of Foreign Assets Control but also other agencies and end-user prohibitions. Accurate, detailed recordkeeping will be required.
The successful candidate will possess strong communication and analytical skills. The candidate will communicate effectively and efficiently with ISU faculty, staff, and students, assisting and guiding them regarding export control regulations and policies. The Export Control Administrator will be responsible for analyzing situations, solving problems, advising management, and developing procedures within the assigned program responsibilities.
This position offers the opportunity to work remotely but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before start of employment. The successful candidate has the ability to work on-site in Ames if they prefer.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS809
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email
employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date:
September 20, 2024
Posting Close Date:
October 6, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R15533
