What are the responsibilities and job description for the IRB Administrator I position at University of Massachusetts Medical School?
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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Salary : $50,000 - $60,000