Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Assistant Director Export Control and Research Security

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department
Research Regulatory Affairs

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Assistant Director Export Control and Research Security for the Office for Research.

The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Supports the university's research compliance mission by leading outreach, education, communication, and quality assurance initiatives related to research security and export control.
• Plays a key role in promoting institutional awareness of federal regulatory requirements and advancing a culture of responsible and secure research across Rutgers University.
• Leads quality assurance and continuous improvement activities for the Research Security and Export Control programs, including compliance monitoring, assessment of program effectiveness, development of metrics and reporting, drafting and negotiating export control contract clauses with federal and corporate sponsors of research and identification of opportunities to strengthen institutional controls and processes.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
07

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
94492.000

Mid Range Salary
119604.000

Maximum Salary
144715.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum 5 years of experience in a decision-making position with extensive experience in export control compliance, contract review and negotiation. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience developing educational programs, communications initiatives, stakeholder engagement strategies, or compliance-related outreach programs.
• Experience with sponsored projects administration of federal funds, preferably in an institution of higher education.
• Ability to prioritize, plan and analyze and execute multiple and complex export control related activities.
• Ability to develop and give presentations to faculty, staff, and other groups who require information on export control and research security.
• Direct experience in export control or research security
• Technical knowledge, broad and flexible enough to assist researchers in determining the export control compliance implications of project technologies, deliverables, presentations, publications and personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified export control officer.
• JD degree.
• Experience developing metrics, reports, dashboards, quality improvement initiatives, or compliance performance measures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in evaluating and applying artificial intelligence, automation, and emerging digital technologies to enhance program effectiveness, operational efficiency, communications, quality assurance, compliance oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Equipment Utilized

• No special equipment will be used other than a standard personal computer and access to existing University databases.
• There will be a requirement to use an existing special software program installed on a secure computer to engage the U.S. Department of State and allows restricted access.
• The individual will need to gain approved access to this software from the U.S. Department of State as a registered user.
• In addition, the individual will help establish parameters defining an Export Control database/research and order applicable software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office environment

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST1872

Posting Open Date
09/30/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Off Campus

City
New Brunswick

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.