Affiliated Board Member (Scientific)

Advarra; United States; Remote; USD 58,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid holidays

Other benefits

Job summary

Advarra, a leader in ethical review and clinical research services, seeks an Affiliated Board Member (Scientific) to support IRB reviews across diverse studies. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and collaboration with sponsors, investigators, and CROs.

Remote in the United States, with a focus on ensuring high-quality reviews and mentorship within the regulatory department. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred, with 1+ year IRB/Clinical Research or 3+ years healthcare

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 1+ year IRB or Clinical Research experience preferred or 3+ years healthcare in last 6 years.
• Master’s or graduate degree in scientific background preferred.
• Strong understanding of biological and/or pharmacological sciences beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regulatory compliance with Advarra’s standards and SOPs; ensure timely core IRB review activities.
• Answer questions and assist with day-to-day challenges using scientific knowledge.
• Assist in triaging and reviewing submissions for expedited or full board review.
• Attend full board meetings and present protocol-related issues.
• Identify areas for guidance and consistency in Board reviews.
• Consult with sponsors, investigators, and CROs on clinical and regulatory affairs.

Skills

IRB knowledge

Clinical Research experience

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or graduate degree

Job description

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Affiliated Board Member (Scientific)

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Remote - U.S.A United States of America, 000000, USA

• Remote
• Affiliated Board (Scientific)
• Full-Time

Description

Company Information

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health.With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industryexpertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarrabreaksthe silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.

Company Culture

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.

At Advarra, weseekto foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Job Overview Summary

Advarra has as its core function the institutional review board (IRB) review of all human subject’s research from survey research to first‑in‑human research sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, biotech companies, institutions, hospitals as well as clinics and private physician offices. Within theIRBthe regulatory departmentis responsible forthe expedited review of research, the full board review ofresearchand the drafting and writing of the meeting minutes. The regulatory department also collaborates with other parts of the organization on thought leadership, client guidance, and operational efficiencies.

Affiliated Board Members (ABM) are full‑time Advarra employee board members who conduct IRB reviews on behalf of the organization. Based on educational background, experience, andexpertiseABMs can bedesignatedas either scientific or non-scientificand workload is distributed accordingly. A scientific ABM is a board member who has scientificexpertiseeither professionally or based upon education.

JobDuties & Responsibilities

• Maintain superior level knowledge of, and ensure Review Board compliance with, regulatory requirements, Advarra’s Board Standard Operating Procedures and Organizational Policies and Procedures. Help ensure thetimelyexecution of the core review activities of the Institutional Review Board while preserving the highest quality of professionalism and regulatory compliance
• Be a resource to answer questions and help to solve day‑to‑day challenges whether in collaboration with Advarra staff or other board members,utilizingscientific knowledge and regulatoryexpertise
• Assistas necessary with the triaging and review of submissions for expedited or full board review
• Attend full board meetings and present protocol related issues as needed
• Identifyto senior regulatory staff areas that wouldbenefitfrom guidance, inconsistencies in Board reviews, and other like issues
• Consult, as necessary, with sponsors, investigators, CROs on clinical and regulatory affairs
• Work with Regulatory Leadership toidentifymembership needs and to help develop Board members to ensure consistency of Review Board related activities
• Enhance and encourage a work atmosphere centered on accountability through motivation, team building, training, mentoring, collaboration, and respect to create a highly efficient and successful workplace

Location

This role is open to candidatesworkingremotely in the United States.

BasicQualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One (1)+yearsof IRB or Clinical Research Industry experience preferred, OR minimum 3 years’ experience in healthcare within the last 6 years

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or other graduate level degree with an emphasis in a scientific background
• A strong understanding of biological and/or pharmacological sciences (either through education or experience)

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation
• Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.
• Learn andcomprehendbasic instructions
• Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities
• Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding,and speaking

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay Transparency Statement

The base salary range for this role is $58,495 – $96,517. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits.

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