IRB Analyst I

George Washington University

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

George Washington University invites applications for the IRB Analyst I within the Office of Human Research. You will assist in managing and reviewing human research study applications to ensure timely approvals in accordance with regulations and university policy.

Responsibilities include supporting senior staff in risk and protocol analyses, coordinating IRB submissions and continuing reviews, and aiding in post-approval activities to protect research participants’ rights and welfare.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required by start date; may substitute with equivalent education/experience.
Experience with human subjects research or regulatory analysis is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

Assist in the management and review of human research study applications at all levels of review.
Conduct risk, compliance and protocol analyses to determine level of risk and ensure timely approvals.
Coordinate with IRB members to ensure timely review of new submissions and continuing reviews.
Support the IRB meeting process and advise investigators on required protocol changes.
Counsel investigators on post-approval changes to promote participant rights and welfare.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Job description

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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.

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.

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:

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

College/School/Department:

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

Family

Family Research Administration

Sub-Family

Sub-Family Research Compliance

Stream

Level

Level Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

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

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

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

Employee Onsite Status

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework:

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check:

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

Internal Applicants Only?

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S014504

Job Open Date:

Job Open Date: 10/05/2026

Job Close Date:

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.

Posting Specific Questions

* Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
- No
- Yes
* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder,employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your salary range expectation?
(Open Ended Question)
* Have any of your previous jobs involved working with researchers?
- Yes
- No
* Have any of your previous jobs involved working with an Institutional Review Board (IRB)?
- Yes
- No

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