Job Board

Maintains assigned daily administrative operations for the efficient and timely processing of all human subject research protocols.

Processes IRB submissions as assigned.

Composes correspondence to investigators that requires developing a comprehensive level of expertise and knowledge of regulations, accreditation standards and university policies to ensure all concerns and technical questions are timely, concisely and intelligibly communicated to investigators.

Provides timely follow up with investigators.

May assist with training investigators and IRB members as knowledge level increases.

Actively communicate daily with investigators answering questions and providing appropriate documentation.

Creates and maintains office files and documents according to regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

May provide assistance in the updating of a variety of manuals and forms required by federal agencies and accreditation standards.

Provides assistance as directed with coordination of IRB meeting activities according to regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Maintains the human subjects database as assigned and assists with the electronic protocol management system operating including work flows, branching logic, forms preparation and testing, and training of users.

Assists in updating the IRB website on the URSA site.

Assists in the implementation of mechanisms to ensure that the University's policy on human subjects research is consistent with federal regulations and accreditation standards.  Accreditation includes implementation of quality standards and monitoring systems for which this position provides support to includes assistance with conducting monitoring and or auditing of proposals for compliance with the approval granted for the project.

Other duties as assigned.  

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in human subject protection; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred: Certified IRB Professional (CIP), or Certified IRB Manager (CIM) and experience working in an academic setting.