Hybrid IRB Program Manager: Ethical Research Lead

ccf; Arkansas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking an IRB Program Administrator at our Main Campus in Cleveland. You will oversee regulatory reviews of human subjects research, guide investigators, and manage submissions from intake to final review using the WebKit system.

You will coordinate with physicians, bioethicists, and researchers to ensure ethical, compliant practices and timely review processes. A background in research administration and strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in research administration, clinical research, regulatory compliance, or related field.
• Or a High School/GED and six years of experience with clinical research programs and/or human subject protection.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also independently managing assigned tasks.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and regulations affecting human subjects' research.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards in research administration.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive administrative and regulatory reviews of human subjects' research studies, provide guidance to principal investigators and study teams, and facilitate ethical research practices.
• Manage research protocol submissions received through the WebKit system from intake through final review, ensuring submissions meet institutional and federal requirements.
• Communicate directly with investigators to request revisions or clarifications.
• Facilitate expedited review processes to reduce timelines and prepare route submissions for full IRB board review when needed.
• Serve as liaison between IRB office and assigned institutes, addressing inquiries and guiding study teams.
• Review and process new studies and amendments, ensuring regulatory standards are met.
• Prepare agendas, meeting materials, and draft IRB meeting minutes for regulatory compliance.
• Monitor quorum and voting outcomes during convened board meetings.
• Support daily IRB office operations and opportunities for professional growth.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Research administration

Team collaboration

Independent task management

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/public health/clinical research/regulatory affairs/social sciences

Tools

WebKit system

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking an IRB Program Administrator at our Main Campus in Cleveland. You will oversee regulatory reviews of human subjects research, guide investigators, and manage submissions from intake to final review using the WebKit system.

You will coordinate with physicians, bioethicists, and researchers to ensure ethical, compliant practices and timely review processes. A background in research administration and strong organizational skills are essential.