Associate, HSPP

Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

University of Arizona seeks a Research Compliance Administrator I (Associate, HSPP) to assess regulatory determinations for human research protocols that are minimal risk. You will prepare materials, communicate determinations to research teams, and support IRB meeting preparations using eIRB, while handling special data integrity projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with investigators and staff, ensuring adherence to federal/local policies and contributing to outreach and training for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience with Huron/eIRB is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review new minimal risk requests for consistency and compliance with policy.
• Contact Investigators for clarifications and forward approvals via eIRB.
• Notify Investigator when approval is granted and forward documents.
• Suggest edits to clarify information for IRB review.
• Update eIRB database and participate in data clean-up.
• Participate in outreach and training with IRB and researchers.
• Assist the research community with incoming questions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Huron/eIRB

Job description

Department Website Link

https://research.arizona.edu/compliance/human-subjects-protection-program

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Research Administrative Services Human Subjects Protection Program is in search of a Research Compliance Administrator I who will serve in the role of an Associate, HSPP. The Associate, HSPP will perform a series of highly skilled assessments related to regulatory determinations and institutional requirements for human research protocols that are minimal risk. Incumbents have the responsibility for the review and preparation of materials, document determinations, and communicate determinations to the research teams. The Associate, HSPP will provide support for IRB meeting preparations, utilize eIRB to document IRB actions, and work on special projects related to data integrity.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review new minimal risk requests for consistency, completeness, adherence to federal and local policy, and interpret federal regulations to categorize each study appropriately.
• Contact Investigators and/or research staff for clarifications, corrections or modifications on study documents, prior to Chair review via eIRB. Notify Investigator and research staff when approval has been granted and forward approval documentation and newly approved consent instruments to PI.
• May suggest edits to help clarify information or ensure that required details are included for IRB review.
• Problems are typically solved through following established policies and procedures with analysis of the issue, requiring moderate innovation and creativity.
• Update eIRB database per manual, and participate in database testing and data clean-up when requested.
• Participate in outreach and training activities with the IRB and the research community, including development of training material and conducting educational sessions with new researchers, research personnel, investigators, units, departments, and colleges.
• Assist the research community with incoming questions to the departmental email account.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, be highly organized and meet deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Huron/eIRB.
• A fast learner capable of quickly mastering complex processes.

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Career Stream and Level

PC1

Job Family

Research Compl

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required

Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)

Number of Vacancies

1

Contact Information for Candidates

Simona Janisch | [e-mail]

Open Date

11/5/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

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