IRB Coordinator: Research Submissions & Liaison

Jefferson Health Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks an Institutional Review Board Coordinator to oversee the administrative review of human research submissions. You will coordinate intake, routing, tracking, and follow-up across IRB pathways, acting as the key liaison among investigators, researchers, reviewers, and external partners to ensure timely, well-documented reviews.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2 years IRB or Clinical Research experience.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and facilitates the administrative review of human research submissions across applicable review pathways.
• Serves as the primary liaison among investigators, research teams, reviewers, institutional contacts, and external partners.
• Processes and monitors IRB transactions and study records in electronic systems, maintaining accurate information.
• Reviews, prepares, and communicates study-related documentation and correspondence.
• Maintains organized records and supports compliance, quality improvement, and training as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

IRB software

Spreadsheets

Calendar tools

Email

Virtual meetings

Job description

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks an Institutional Review Board Coordinator to oversee the administrative review of human research submissions. You will coordinate intake, routing, tracking, and follow-up across IRB pathways, acting as the key liaison among investigators, researchers, reviewers, and external partners to ensure timely, well-documented reviews.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.