IBC/IRE Coordinator

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO seeks an IBC/IRE Coordinator to ensure regulatory compliance and support the IBC and IRE processes. You will communicate regulatory concepts to researchers and maintain records across paper and electronic systems.

The role involves training committee members, attending meetings, and helping convey determinations about protocols while ensuring confidentiality and professional interactions with investigators and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field required.
• Minimum 2+ years in regulatory compliance or research administration.
• Knowledge of NIH/OSP regulations preferred (as stated in qualifications).

Responsibilities

• Review IBC and IRE submissions for accuracy and route for appropriate approval.
• Train new IBC and IRE members on processes and policies.
• Perform support functions for the IBC and IRE.
• Attend meetings to record minutes and communicate determinations to researchers.
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic records accessible upon request.
• Maintain professional relationships with investigators and staff.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Research administration

Lab management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

Job Description

The IBC/IRE Coordinator helps ensure CSU’s institutional compliance with federal regulations and policies by supporting the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and the Institutional Review Entity (IRE), thereby facilitating institutional compliance with federal regulations and campus procedures related to the ethical conduct of research. This position supports the integrity of CSU’s research mission by helping communicate regulatory and policy concepts to a broad audience of stakeholders involved in life sciences research utilizing biohazardous materials.

Full consideration date: Friday, September 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM MT.

Essential Job Duties:

• Review IBC and IRE submissions for accuracy, contact PIs when deficiencies are found; determine appropriate approval process for submissions.
• Assist in training new IBC and IRE members on their roles and responsibilities and the CSU IBC and IRE material review process and appropriate policies and guidelines.
• Perform support functions for the IBC and IRE.
• Attend meetings to assist in recording accurate minutes. Post-meeting duties include assistance in the execution of committee decisions, including correspondence with researchers to convey determinations about protocols and facilitate corrective actions, among other committee business.
• Maintain accurate and complete paper and electronic records, and assures the records are accessible upon request.
• Maintain a professional and positive relationship with investigators and their staff.

Supervision:

None.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Background Check.
• Applicant must be authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field
• 2 + years experience in regulatory compliance, research administration, scientific research, or laboratory management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of NIH/OSP regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of DGOF Policy and former DURC/PEPP policies.
• Knowledge of HHS/CDC Select Agent Regulations and/or USDA/APHIS permit regulations and requirements.
• Experience in scientific research or laboratory management.
• Qualify to obtain Tier 1 Select Agent Clearance as outlined by the FBI Bioterrorism Preparedness Act certification requirements.
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals including faculty, administrators, government officials, colleagues, and support staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about committee matters.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance,CSUis where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,CSUconducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.