"Institutional Review Board Coordinator - Office of Research"

Job Summary

Supports the operations of the Human Research Protections Program at a growing research university by assisting in the oversight of research involving human participants. Provides administrative and operational support to department leadership through managing large volume protocol submissions, responding to departmental communications, and facilitating researcher training and outreach. Provides guidance to users through the IRB review process and protocol submission system. This role is designed to build knowledge and familiarity with regulations and systems governing human subjects research while contributing to the efficient functioning of the office.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops knowledge of human subject's research regulations through professional development and mentoring
2. Reviews exempt studies as assigned by IRB office leadership
3. Assists with the administration of expedited study reviews under the direction of department leadership
4. Supports full board study reviews as directed leadership
5. Contributes to the IRB reliance process as assigned
6. Routes IRB inquiries to appropriate personnel, with limited responsibility for addressing researcher or customer questions
7. Provides administrative support, including document management and other office functions as needed
8. Assists with communications with researchers (e.g., courtesy notifications) and supports outreach activities as assigned
9. Participates in quality assessment and improvement initiatives under the guidance of leadership
10. Participates with post-approval monitoring program activities as directed
11. Participates in investigations of potential noncompliance with human subject's research regulations as assigned
12. Coordinates logistics and follow-up for IRB committee meetings as assigned
13. Supports the delivery of researcher training programs in alignment with leadership directives

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Required Experience
One (1) year of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Proposed Salary

The midpoint of the salary range is $57,300. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to interpret regulations, policies, and procedures related to human subject's research and other aspects of research compliance
Able to apply regulatory review criteria to incoming protocol applications
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of federal, state, local, and University regulations regarding human subject's research
Understanding of research ethics and compliance, as well as related terminology
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (e.g., Microsoft Office suite)

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced + Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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