IRB Coordinator

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Retirement plan with 401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Gundersen Health System in Wisconsin is seeking an IRB Coordinator to support the Human Subjects Committee and ensure regulatory compliance while enabling groundbreaking research.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and collaboration with investigators and staff across disciplines. Remote/hybrid options are available for Wisconsin residents.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Experience in research administration or IRB/bioethics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as administrative support to HSC/IRB chair and panel.
• Ensures compliance with federal/state/local regulations.
• Monitors regulatory environment and updates policies as needed.
• Reviews proposed research and consent documents for compliance.
• Tracks required regulatory education for investigators and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in STEM or social sciences

Bachelor’s degree in clinical research/health care administration

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Join Emplify Health by Gundersen's Research Institute team as an IRB Coordinator , where your strong communication skills and attention to detail will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines while supporting groundbreaking research initiatives.If you're self-directed, collaborative, and eager to learn, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of human subjects' protection!Primary Responsibilities:Serves as administrative support to ensure the effective functioning of the Human Subjects Committee (HSC)/IRB under the leadership of the Chair of the HSC/IRB.Ensures the HSC/IRB complies with all federal rules and regulationsMonitors the regulatory environment and recommends changes, as needed, to institutional officials and provides input for policy and procedural changes that ensure compliance.Reviews proposed research, Informed Consent documents and amendment-specific content for compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Recommends category of review, assesses risk and evaluates the need for further clinical or professional review of research.Monitors for and reports serious non-compliance issues/concerns to the IRB Chair.Enrolls, monitors and ensures timely completion of required regulatory education for research investigators and research staffWhat’s Available:40-hours a week, 1.0 FTEStarting rate of $22.90/hr + more for experienceEligible for remote/hybrid, MUST LIVE in Wisconsin, Iowa or MinnesotaMonday – Friday; typical business hours 8:00a-4:30pWhat You’ll Need:Associate degree in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) or social sciences, with 3-4 years' experience in research administration, IRB administration, bioethics, or a related fieldBachelor’s degree in clinical research, health care administration, bioethics, or other health related degree is preferredWhat You’ll Get:A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team memberSubstantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contributionWork/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you needSupport for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development CenterOther benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United StatesEmplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.Equal Opportunity Employer