Location: Worcester,MA, USA
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.
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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.
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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).
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under the direction of the Sr IRB Administrator