Program Manager-Institutional Review Board

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing specialized administrative support, regulatory compliance review and management of the IRB in the Harris Health System. This position will assist the Administrative Director, Research & Sponsored Programs, to ensure appropriate compliance with institutional policies, federal regulations, and guidelines and manage the operations of the IRB. The Program Manager-IRB position will support the IRB Chairperson and other IRB members by providing professional analytical and technical assistance while interacting closely with researchers. This position possesses the regulatory and policy knowledge for the operation of the IRB. This position responsibilities include managing the daily work of the IRB, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence, and efficiency while assisting leadership in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Education/Specialized Training/Licensure:Bachelors degree in business administration, scientific discipline/life sciences or relevant field (Master's Degree Preferred), Certified IRB Professional (CIP) - Required (or within two years of hire).

2.Work Experience (Years and Area):Five (5) Years Relevant Work Experience of Direct IRB experience or related to human subjects' protection administration (research compliance, research administration, or research operations)

3.Management Experience (Years and Area): Two (2) years of experience preferred

4.Equipment Operated:Computer literacy, database, and word processing skills required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)

Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)

Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports)

2. Other Skills:

Analytical, Medical Terms, P.C., Research, Statistical, Word, Excel

3. Work Schedule: Holidays, Eligible for Telecommute

4. Other Requirements:Ability to effectively plan and organize projects impacting the work of others. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work within a deadline-driven environment. Electronic systems used for the submission and management of human subject research applications. Knowledge of research procedures and terminology, medical terminology, clinical trials, and research data management. Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory information and principles of human subject's research protections.

Equipment Operated: Computer literacy, database, and word processing skills required.

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