Director of Research Compliance and Integrity

Overview

The key functions for the Director of Research Compliance and Integrity (DRCI) are the planning, implementing, and monitoring of research compliance and integrity activities. The DRCI ensures that all research compliance and integrity related policies, procedures and activities at OU are in compliance with the rules and regulations of relevant regulatory agencies and that appropriate training is carried out. The DRCI serves as a liaison between OU’s research administration and the research community both inside and outside OU. The DRCI also serves as the Export Control Officer (ECO) ensuring that the University’s research activities comply with federal laws governing the transfer of sensitive technology, equipment, and information to foreign countries and foreign nationals. The DRCI reports to the Vice President (VPR) for Research. The DRCI oversees and manages research integrity policies, procedures, activities, and personnel. The DRCI may be designated to serve as the Research Integrity Officer for research misconduct allegations.