Part-Time IRB Reliance Administrator – Office of Human Research Protections
Job Description
- Managing the Single IRB (sIRB) and Central IRB (cIRB) review process in the WVU Office of Human Research Protections (OHRP)
- Guiding investigators who are relying on an external IRB in processing the ancillary reviews and paperwork associated with the sIRB/cIRB process
- Assisting IRB administrators and OHRP leadership by providing expert regulatory advice in situations where WVU IRB has agreed to serve as the IRB of Record
- Processing all IRB reliance agreements
- Conducting compliance analysis for WVU studies reviewed by a non-WVU IRB
- Independently reviewing and approving reliance requests for non-WVU IRB review of WVU research
- Documenting outcomes and communicating decisions to researchers
- Managing the review and approval of reliance requests for WVU IRB review of research on behalf of non-WVU institutions
- Providing regulatory advice and consultation to IRB staff and researchers regarding WVU OHRP’s policies for reliance and Single IRB review Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a human research office or research administration office supporting human research activities
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
- Computer proficiency is required, including MS Word, Excel, internet browsers, and email
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing human subject research
- Demonstrated experience at managing, tracking, organizing, prioritizing and documenting large volumes of complex tasks and information
- Significant working knowledge of research procedures and terminology
- In-depth understanding of operational requirements pertaining to management and implementation of protocol process, specifically in regard to multi-site research where a Single IRB or Central IRB is involved
- Demonstrated experience involving outstanding attention to detail
- Knowledge of reliance agreement documents and systems (e.g., SMART IRB, IREx, Huron IRB Exchange, etc.)
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize work and adhere to office timelines
- Ability to assess institutional and federal criteria, apply to a variety of situations, and make decisions based on specific criteria.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Annual leave (vacation) days per year
- Sick days per year
- Health insurance
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
- Eligibility to continue health insurance
- Other retiree perks
- Wellness programs Apply To this Job