IRB Compliance & Research Integrity Specialist

University of Connecticut; Storrs-Mansfield (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut is seeking an Institutional Review Board (IRB) Program Specialist to join the Research Integrity & Compliance team. The role collaborates with faculty and IRB members to ensure research with human subjects complies with applicable regulations and university policies.

Responsibilities include intake assessments, pre-reviews, potential IRB service, and development of policies, training materials, and educational programs for investigators and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain Certified IRB Professional (CIP) within one year of eligibility.
• Experience applying federal laws and university guidelines to promote compliant practices in human subjects research.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial intake and assessment of IRB submissions for completeness.
• Assists with administrative pre-reviews of IRB protocols in exempt or expedited review categories.
• May assist with full board review pre-reviews.
• Serves as IRB member or alternate when qualified.
• Prepares correspondence to investigators detailing IRB findings.
• Assists in developing policies and procedures for compliance in human subjects research.
• Delivers educational training for faculty, staff, and student researchers.
• Provides a resource to faculty, staff, and students during IRB application processes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Connecticut is seeking an Institutional Review Board (IRB) Program Specialist to join the Research Integrity & Compliance team. The role collaborates with faculty and IRB members to ensure research with human subjects complies with applicable regulations and university policies.

Responsibilities include intake assessments, pre-reviews, potential IRB service, and development of policies, training materials, and educational programs for investigators and staff.