Senior Policy Analyst – FCOI, Research Affiliation Agreements

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Senior Policy Analyst supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs with regulatory and policy expertise. Focus on Research Affiliation Agreements and Financial Conflict of Interest management.

Posted 7/30/2026part-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in Research Affiliation Agreements and Financial Conflict of Interest management, with strong capabilities in policy analysis, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proven ability to navigate complex organizational structures and provide strategic guidance in a scientific or biomedical research environment.

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Research Affiliation AgreementsFinancial Conflict of Interest ManagementPolicy AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceResearch Affiliation AgreementsFinancial Conflict of Interest ManagementDrafting AgreementsNegotiation SkillsGuidance Document PreparationIssue-Specific AnalysisRisk AssessmentCompliance Considerations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationIndependent Task ManagementProfessional Stakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

VA Regulatory RequirementsDual AppointmentsOutside CompensationVA Non-Profit CorporationsBiomedical Research EnvironmentClinical Research OperationsAcademic Research AdministrationSponsored Programs Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide expert guidance on Research Affiliation Agreements for research trainees, including agreement development, review, and renewal processes
Support negotiation, drafting, and administration of Research Collaboration Agreements between VA and university partners
Provide subject matter input into the development of software/system solutions supporting Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) management for VA employees with dual university or NPC appointments
Analyze and interpret VA policy and federal regulations related to affiliation agreements, dual appointments, outside compensation, and financial conflicts of interest, including waivers to 18 U.S. Code § 208
Advise VA program leadership and research staff on regulatory requirements and compliance considerations related to affiliation agreements and FCOI matters
Research and assess relevant VA, VA Non-Profit Corporation, and affiliate university policies to inform recommendations and identify gaps or risks
Support development and/or review of policy directives, handbooks, guidance documents, and standard operating procedures related to affiliation agreements and conflict of interest management
Prepare briefing materials, white papers, and issue-specific analyses related to affiliation agreements and FCOI for VA leadership
Coordinate with VA program offices, university partners, and NPC representatives to support timely resolution of affiliation agreement and FCOI matters
Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders to support program compliance objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a scientific, biomedical, public health, or related field (e.g., life sciences, health administration, research administration)
8+ years of experience in policy analysis, regulatory compliance, or related work within a complex organization including experience within a scientific or biomedical research environment (e.g., clinical research operations, academic research administration, or sponsored programs/grants management)
Demonstrated knowledge of VA regulatory requirements related to affiliation agreements, dual appointments, outside compensation, and financial conflict of interest
Strong understanding of VA, VA Non-Profit Corporations, and affiliate university relationships and structures
Demonstrated ability to independently manage tasks and provide policy/regulatory guidance with minimal oversight
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing policy analyses, briefing materials, and guidance documents
Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work options
Professional development opportunities