IRB Analyst I

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington University Office of Human Research (OHR) is seeking an IRB Analyst I to support the research community through guidance, education, and oversight for the protection of human subjects.

The role reports to the OHR Director and assists in managing and reviewing human research study applications at all levels and stages of review to ensure timely, accurate approvals in line with regulations and policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
• Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory risk, compliance and protocol analyses of research applications to determine risk level.
• Coordinate with OHR staff and IRB members to ensure timely review of IRB submissions and continuing review of protocols.
• Assist in the management of the convened IRB meeting process and provide recommendations to revise, minimize, or mitigate risk.
• Counsel investigators on post-approval changes and help ensure compliance with federal guidelines and university policies.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Office of Human Research ( OHR ) supports The George Washington University research community in the conduct of innovative and ethical research by providing guidance, education, and oversight for the protection of human subjects. The Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) Analyst I reports to the OHR Director and assists in the management and review of human research study applications at all levels and stages of review and approval to ensure timely and accurate approval consistent with applicable regulations and institutional policy.

• Supports senior OHR Staff by conducting specialized risk, compliance and protocol analyses of research applications in order to determine the nature and level of risk. This review includes, but is not limited to, protocols, consent forms, and other study documents.
• Coordinates with OHR staff and IRB members to ensure timely review of new IRB submissions and continuing review of previously-approved research protocols.
• Assists in the management of the convened IRB meeting process, including: serving as a consultant to the IRB (“Board”) and to the investigators; making solution-oriented recommendations for changes to the protocol and other study documents to revise, minimize, or mitigate risk; and the analysis and documentation of Board discussions and the changes required for IRB approval.
• Continued monitoring and management of research applications after the initial approval process (“post-approval”) by counseling investigators about proposed changes in study parameters, assisting in the development and implementation of solutions to resolve issues that affect research participants’ rights/welfare, and to promote compliance with federal guidelines and University policies and procedures.
• Assists with the IRB Reliance process/single IRB (sIRB) arrangements to promote compliance with applicable regulations and institutional policy both when GW is the Reviewing IRB for multi-site research and when GW will Rely on external IRBs. Serves as a liaison with external IRBs, as necessary.
• Provides guidance to research investigators on the IRB application and approval process and requirements; and serves as a liaison to investigators, research coordinators, and other individuals across a variety of GW academic and medical center departments to analyze, interpret and resolve issues that impact the rights and welfare of human research participants.
• Collaborates with OHR leadership on special projects, as needed, in support of the GW Human Research Protection Program ( HRPP ).
• Other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Posting Details

I. Job Overview

Job Description Summary:

Office of Human Research ( OHR ) supports The George Washington University research community in the conduct of innovative and ethical research by providing guidance, education, and oversight for the protection of human subjects. The Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) Analyst I reports to the OHR Director and assists in the management and review of human research study applications at all levels and stages of review and approval to ensure timely and accurate approval consistent with applicable regulations and institutional policy.

• Supports senior OHR Staff by conducting specialized risk, compliance and protocol analyses of research applications in order to determine the nature and level of risk. This review includes, but is not limited to, protocols, consent forms, and other study documents.
• Coordinates with OHR staff and IRB members to ensure timely review of new IRB submissions and continuing review of previously-approved research protocols.
• Assists in the management of the convened IRB meeting process, including: serving as a consultant to the IRB (“Board”) and to the investigators; making solution-oriented recommendations for changes to the protocol and other study documents to revise, minimize, or mitigate risk; and the analysis and documentation of Board discussions and the changes required for IRB approval.
• Continued monitoring and management of research applications after the initial approval process (“post-approval”) by counseling investigators about proposed changes in study parameters, assisting in the development and implementation of solutions to resolve issues that affect research participants’ rights/welfare, and to promote compliance with federal guidelines and University policies and procedures.
• Assists with the IRB Reliance process/single IRB (sIRB) arrangements to promote compliance with applicable regulations and institutional policy both when GW is the Reviewing IRB for multi-site research and when GW will Rely on external IRBs. Serves as a liaison with external IRBs, as necessary.
• Provides guidance to research investigators on the IRB application and approval process and requirements; and serves as a liaison to investigators, research coordinators, and other individuals across a variety of GW academic and medical center departments to analyze, interpret and resolve issues that impact the rights and welfare of human research participants.
• Collaborates with OHR leadership on special projects, as needed, in support of the GW Human Research Protection Program ( HRPP ).
• Other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous human subject research or regulatory analysis experience is preferred.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with team members and researchers.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and flexibility in decision-making in the application of policies and regulations.
• Able to work effectively in an environment that requires constant evaluation and shifting of priorities to respond to the needs of the University research community.

Hiring Range

$52,741.91 - $86,971.78

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Office Vice President of Research (OVPR)

Family: Research Administration

Sub-Family: Research Compliance

Stream: Individual Contributor

Level: Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S014504

Job Open Date: 10/05/2026

Job Close Date: 11/04/2026

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.