Independent IRB Reviewer - Ethical Research Leader

Westcliff University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcliff University is seeking an External Member for its Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect the rights, welfare, and privacy of human research participants. The role requires independent, non-affiliated input and timely feedback on research proposals.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, attending monthly IRB meetings, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining current CITI training with a focus on protecting research participants.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior experience as a dissertation chair/committee member.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

Westcliff University is seeking an External Member for its Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect the rights, welfare, and privacy of human research participants. The role requires independent, non-affiliated input and timely feedback on research proposals.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, attending monthly IRB meetings, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining current CITI training with a focus on protecting research participants.