IRB Administrator I

UMass Chan Medical School

  • Worcester, MA
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    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. Manage operational requests (e.g., NCI CIRB reliance), evaluate supporting materials, and draft appropriate documentation and correspondence.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWorcester, MA

    Description

    Overview

    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 research community on IRB matters.

    • Non-essential functions:

    • Manage IRB events (room reservations, invitations/responses, etc.).

    • Update IRB website, user accounts, etc.

    Qualifications

    IRB ADMINISTRATOR I:

    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).

    Additional Information

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

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