External Reviewer - Institutional Review Board (IRB)

Westcliff University; Irvine (CA); Remote; Part time

Job summary

Westcliff University seeks an External Member for its Institutional Review Board (IRB). This role involves reviewing research applications, ensuring ethical standards, and maintaining confidentiality. Ideal candidates hold a doctoral degree and have prior IRB experience. Join a supportive community dedicated to education and empowerment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Outstanding benefits

Qualifications

• Previous IRB committee member experience required.
• Current CITI Certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Attend IRB meetings and review applications for ethical soundness.
• Evaluate risks and benefits to human subjects.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Decision-Making

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

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Westcliff University is seeking an experienced and committed individual to serve as an External Member on its Institutional Review Board (IRB). The IRB is responsible for protecting the rights, welfare, and privacy of human research participants. The External IRB Member brings an independent, non-affiliated perspective to the ethical review of research studies, ensuring objectivity and public accountability in the oversight process.

Responsibilities include:

1. Attend regularly scheduled IRB meetings (typically monthly or as needed).
2. Review IRB applications and supporting materials to assess ethical soundness, regulatory compliance, and provide feedback within ten (10) business days to the IRB Chair for dissemination to the researcher.
3. Contribute to IRB deliberations by offering insights from a non-affiliated Westcliff University perspective.
4. Evaluate risks and benefits to human subjects and assess the adequacy of protections against potential risks.
5. Maintain confidentiality of research materials and IRB deliberations.
6. Maintain current CITI Training Certification (or other approved IRB certifications) and participate in all additional training set by the IRB Chair or University.
7. Stay current with federal regulations (e.g., 45 CFR 46), ethical standards, and institutional policies governing review.

Key relationships:

• Senior Director - onboarding / time card reporting

Minimum requirements:

• Doctoral degree from an accredited university
• Current CITI Certifications as required by Westcliff University
• Previous IRB committee member experience
• Must not be affiliated with Westcliff University through employment or significant financial interests
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding ethical standards in research
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of doctoral dissertation standards and requirements

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience as a dissertation chair / committee member

Working conditions:

• Home office environment
• Ability to use computer & software programs daily
• Time commitment varies; approximately 20-30 hours/month

Salary: $30/hr