Senior Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Administrator-4

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

About the role

The Senior HRPP Administrator is responsible for the administration and implementation of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures related to the conduct of human subjects research studies at Brown University, Lifespan, and Care New England. The role ensures that all biomedical and behavioral human subjects research activities comply with federal regulations, state and local law, institutional policies, and AAHRPP accreditation standards. This position conducts non-committee reviews, works collaboratively and independently with faculty, staff, and students, supports IRB Committee meetings, prepares meeting agendas and materials, takes minutes, and advises IRB members on applicable regulations, policies, and review criteria. The administrator maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations, state and local law, institutional policies, and departmental SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and implement HRPP and IRB policies and procedures for human subjects research at Brown University, Lifespan, and Care New England
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, state and local law, institutional policies, and AAHRPP accreditation standards
• Conduct non-committee reviews of research submissions
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on research protection matters
• Support IRB Committee meetings: prepare agendas and materials, take minutes, advise members on regulations, policies, and review criteria
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state regulations, institutional policies, and departmental SOPs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• In-depth understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to human subjects research, including FDA regulations
• Experience working in an academic or clinical research setting

Qualifications

• CIP certification or willingness/ability to obtain CIP certification within two years of hire
• Knowledge of clinical trials, clinical trial registration, and clinical trial results reporting (highly desirable)
• In-depth understanding of operational requirements for management and implementation of protocol review processes
• Comfort managing and performing work in an electronic system

Skills

• In-depth understanding of current federal and state regulations regarding human subjects research, ethical principles, institutional policies, and integrated HRPP SOPs
• Ability