IRB Administrator I

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The IRB Administrator I facilitates efficient and effective research compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies and regulations as they pertain to the conduct of human subjects research. The IRB Admin I reviews human subject research submissions, performs complex IRB operations, and acts as a key resource for the research community on IRB issues.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Regulatory Review:

Identify applicable regulations and policies for select IRB submissions, assessing for completeness and compliance.
• Interpret and apply applicable regulations and policies to select IRB submissions, exercising sound judgment in all assessments.

IRB Operations

• Manage operational requests (e.g., NCI CIRB reliance), evaluate supporting materials, and draft appropriate documentation and correspondence.
• Assist in design and execute tests of submission processes.

Education and Training:

• Collaborate with senior staff members to develop and implement IRB training materials and educational functions.
• Evaluate incoming IRB queries and respond or route appropriately.
• With appropriate supervision, advise research community on IRB matters.

Non-essential functions:

• Manage IRB events (room reservations, invitations/responses, etc.).
• Update IRB website, user accounts, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1year related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with research ethics and methods.
• Experience in human subjects research compliance.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIP).

** This is a hybrid work model with the understanding that the IRB Administrator will be available and onsite as required to support the department**