IRB Administrator I

About the Role

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.

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 the research community on IRB matters.
• Non-essential Functions:
  • Manage IRB events (room reservations, invitations/responses, etc.).
  • Update IRB website, user accounts, etc.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

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

Schedule

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