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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: Research Compliance Services-620200
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 04/27/2026
Application Deadline: 05/11/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Assistant Director, Export Compliance and Research Security
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: 20053377
Vacancy ID: NF0009706
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date: 06/01/2026
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Research Compliance Services (RCS) supports the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR). RCS enables and protects UNC-Chapel Hill's $1 billion research enterprise by ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, policies, and ethical standards. In alignment with the OVCR's mission to grow and support research through strategic leadership, infrastructure development, and external engagement, our unit provides essential oversight and guidance to facilitate compliant research practices. By working collaboratively with researchers and administrative units, we help mitigate risk, promote integrity, and uphold the standards necessary to advance the University’s varied and interdisciplinary research portfolio.
Position Summary
Internal posting for permanent and SHRA time-limited employees of UNC-Chapel Hill only.
The Office of Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director for Export Compliance and Research Security (‘Assistant Director’). The Assistant Director serves as an additional senior-level subject matter expert for the University Export Compliance (EC) and Research Security (RS) Programs (‘Programs’) to ensure institutional compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations and sanctions, Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), and other applicable laws and regulations (including but not limited to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy regulations, Controlled Unclassified Information and other data security regulations, National Security Presidential Memorandum 33, CHIPS & Science Act of 2022, National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs), and federal sponsor requirements) protecting national security, foreign policy, and economic interests of the United States.
The Assistant Director assists the Director in the management, oversight, and dispensation of the Programs. The Position responsibilities require the application of relevant laws and regulations, as well as institutional policies and procedures, while maintaining and protecting core academic values such as free speech and collaboration. The Assistant Director’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and implement relevant institutional policies, processes, and business tools; monitor developments in applicable laws, regulations, and government policies.
- Perform programmatic audits and institutional risk assessments, analyze activity trends.
- Supervise more junior staff.
- Review projects, foreign collaborations, solicitation guidelines, and various legal agreements governing University’s research activity for potential EC and RS issues.
- Process international transactions of regular and increased complexity (travel, physical exports, telework, visa requests, affiliate requests, foreign visits, government reporting, Electronic Export Information filing, etc.).
- Draft and manage Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and faculty attestations to implement required EC and RS controls.
- Export/import classification of items and information, as applicable (ECCN, USML Category, Schedule B, Harmonized Schedule).
- Restricted party screening (RPS) and alert adjudication.
- Liaise with various levels of U.S Government on EC and RS matters; prepare and submit commodity jurisdiction/classification requests and license applications to government agencies, and other documentation in congruence with applicable laws and regulations.
- Promote the Programs through campus-wide outreach, including: drafting communications related to the Programs; developing and delivering training content; developing and maintaining programmatic resources such as forms, guidance documents, and webpages.
- Support and advise faculty and administrative staff on various EC and RS matters.
- Work cooperatively with the University schools, departments, key administrative units, and external parties on various EC and RS matters; participate in and/or lead relevant campus working groups and committees.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience in sponsored research administration and compliance in a higher education setting and involvement in international activities from a compliance and guidance standpoint.
- Ability to assess and resolve unprecedented problems that require application of relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
- Excellent, demonstrated project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, quickly acquire new skills, make critical decisions, multitask, and foster relationships with clients and customers at varying levels internal and external to the University.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to make effective recommendations and decisions and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency with software products required for the dispensation of the position duties, such as Visual Compliance, RAMSeS, Concur, Microsoft Office, RASR, Dimensions or equivalent system, custom business management tools utilized by the Programs, etc.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience managing workflows and developing process improvements in an office environment.
- Knowledge of training programs and various technological methods for delivering training and disseminating information.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Department: Research Compliance Services-620200
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 04/27/2026
Application Deadline: 05/11/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Assistant Director, Export Compliance and Research Security
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: 20053377
Vacancy ID: NF0009706
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: Dependent on Qualifications
Proposed Start Date: 06/01/2026
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Research Compliance Services (RCS) supports the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR). RCS enables and protects UNC-Chapel Hill's $1 billion research enterprise by ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, policies, and ethical standards. In alignment with the OVCR's mission to grow and support research through strategic leadership, infrastructure development, and external engagement, our unit provides essential oversight and guidance to facilitate compliant research practices. By working collaboratively with researchers and administrative units, we help mitigate risk, promote integrity, and uphold the standards necessary to advance the University’s varied and interdisciplinary research portfolio.
Position Summary
Internal posting for permanent and SHRA time-limited employees of UNC-Chapel Hill only.
The Office of Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director for Export Compliance and Research Security (‘Assistant Director’). The Assistant Director serves as an additional senior-level subject matter expert for the University Export Compliance (EC) and Research Security (RS) Programs (‘Programs’) to ensure institutional compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations and sanctions, Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR), and other applicable laws and regulations (including but not limited to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy regulations, Controlled Unclassified Information and other data security regulations, National Security Presidential Memorandum 33, CHIPS & Science Act of 2022, National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs), and federal sponsor requirements) protecting national security, foreign policy, and economic interests of the United States.
The Assistant Director assists the Director in the management, oversight, and dispensation of the Programs. The Position responsibilities require the application of relevant laws and regulations, as well as institutional policies and procedures, while maintaining and protecting core academic values such as free speech and collaboration. The Assistant Director’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and implement relevant institutional policies, processes, and business tools; monitor developments in applicable laws, regulations, and government policies.
- Perform programmatic audits and institutional risk assessments, analyze activity trends.
- Supervise more junior staff.
- Review projects, foreign collaborations, solicitation guidelines, and various legal agreements governing University’s research activity for potential EC and RS issues.
- Process international transactions of regular and increased complexity (travel, physical exports, telework, visa requests, affiliate requests, foreign visits, government reporting, Electronic Export Information filing, etc.).
- Draft and manage Technology Control Plans (TCPs) and faculty attestations to implement required EC and RS controls.
- Export/import classification of items and information, as applicable (ECCN, USML Category, Schedule B, Harmonized Schedule).
- Restricted party screening (RPS) and alert adjudication.
- Liaise with various levels of U.S Government on EC and RS matters; prepare and submit commodity jurisdiction/classification requests and license applications to government agencies, and other documentation in congruence with applicable laws and regulations.
- Promote the Programs through campus-wide outreach, including: drafting communications related to the Programs; developing and delivering training content; developing and maintaining programmatic resources such as forms, guidance documents, and webpages.
- Support and advise faculty and administrative staff on various EC and RS matters.
- Work cooperatively with the University schools, departments, key administrative units, and external parties on various EC and RS matters; participate in and/or lead relevant campus working groups and committees.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity or professional-level background in sponsored research administration, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience in sponsored research administration and compliance in a higher education setting and involvement in international activities from a compliance and guidance standpoint.
- Ability to assess and resolve unprecedented problems that require application of relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
- Excellent, demonstrated project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, quickly acquire new skills, make critical decisions, multitask, and foster relationships with clients and customers at varying levels internal and external to the University.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to make effective recommendations and decisions and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency with software products required for the dispensation of the position duties, such as Visual Compliance, RAMSeS, Concur, Microsoft Office, RASR, Dimensions or equivalent system, custom business management tools utilized by the Programs, etc.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience managing workflows and developing process improvements in an office environment.
- Knowledge of training programs and various technological methods for delivering training and disseminating information.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Compliance
Align your degree to the offer letter
CBP officers approve TN status on the spot, so your offer letter must explicitly connect your compliance role to your degree field. A letter citing general business experience instead of your specific credential is the most common border denial trigger.
Target regulated industries that sponsor frequently
Financial services, healthcare, and energy companies maintain standing compliance teams and are accustomed to sponsoring TN professionals. Searching by industry rather than job title surfaces openings where employers already understand the support letter process and what documentation is needed to facilitate a smooth port of entry or consulate appointment.
Use Migrate Mate to find experienced visa sponsorship employers
Filter Migrate Mate by the Compliance job category to reach employers with recent visa filings who are experienced with sponsoring work visas. Prioritizing those employers cuts the time you spend educating hiring managers about the TN visa process.
Confirm the employer drafts a support letter before your interview
Your employer drafts a TN support letter documenting your role, qualifications, and offered wage before you apply. Ask your recruiter during the offer stage whether their legal team prepares TN support letters in-house or works with outside counsel to handle the process.
Prepare a credential package for Canadian border crossings
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a land port of entry or preclearance airport without a visa stamp. Bring your degree transcripts, professional certifications, and the employer's TN support letter in a single organized packet to avoid secondary inspection delays.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment requirement
Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and obtain a TN visa stamp before entering to work, unlike Canadians who receive status at the border. Schedule your consular appointment immediately after your offer letter is finalized since wait times vary by post.
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Find Compliance JobsCompliance TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compliance job qualify for TN visa status?
Compliance roles qualify under the TN visa category for professionals with a degree in law, business administration, finance, or a closely related field. The offer letter must describe duties that require that specific academic background. General business roles without a clear specialty occupation connection can be denied at the border or consulate.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Compliance professionals?
TN has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, so you can start a Compliance job any time of year without waiting for a selection round. H-1B requires a lottery entry each spring and a cap-subject slot. TN status also renews indefinitely in three-year increments as long as you hold a qualifying job offer.
Where can I find Compliance jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals and lets you filter Compliance openings by employers with recent visa filings. That means you spend less time on roles where you would have to explain the visa process from scratch and more time on conversations with employers already experienced in sponsoring work visas.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must give you a signed support letter detailing your job title, duties, the degree requirement for the role, your start date, and your wage. For Canadian applicants, this letter is presented at a U.S. port of entry along with your other supporting documents. For Mexican applicants, this letter is submitted as part of your TN visa application at a U.S. consulate. No government labor certification or federal agency filing is required from your employer before either application is submitted.
Can I switch Compliance employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start working for the new employer under your existing TN authorization. Canadians can apply for new TN status at a port of entry before the start date with the new employer. Mexican nationals must obtain a new TN visa stamp at a consulate. Your current TN status remains valid until you make the crossing or receive the new stamp.
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