Regulatory Analyst, Human Research Protection

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

On-site childcare

Retirement programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a regulatory professional to support development and refinement of proposals for human clinical trials or animal research. You will perform protocol pre-reviews, provide technical consultation on regulatory issues, and collaborate with IRB/IACUC to ensure approvals.

The role requires advanced knowledge of research protections, familiarity with IRB/IACUC processes, and prior service with IRB/IACUC is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or
• Master's Degree in related field
• Advanced science degree and extensive current knowledge of regulations governing human or animal research protections strongly preferred.
• Previous service on an IRB or IACUC a plus.

Responsibilities

• For campus-wide research, perform thorough protocol pre-review in advance of submission to the IRB or IACUC and provide technical consultation to Principal Investigators on any regulatory, scientific, or policy issues that will affect the likelihood of IRB/IACUC approvals.
• Collaborates closely with the IRB or IACUC and other regulatory entities at the institution to provide optimal protocol review services for investigators.
• Directs, analyzes, coordinates, and evaluates research program operation and procedures.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the research program.
• Establishes research program goals and objectives and directs clinical trials program evaluation and quality control activities; develops and/or approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals.
• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.
• Responsible for design, execution, and effectiveness of system of internal controls, which provide reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Reads literature and attends training and other functions as necessary to keep abreast of relevant scientific, regulatory, and technical developments related to oversight of research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's Degree in related field

Advanced science degree

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to work closely with investigators and research personnel on the development and refinement of proposals for the performance of human clinical trials or animal research. For campus-wide research, perform thorough protocol pre-review in advance of submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and provide technical consultation to Principal Investigators on any regulatory, scientific, or policy issues that will affect the likelihood of IRB/IACUC approvals.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required

Experience and Education

• Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field or

Master's Degree in related field

• Experience

3 years related experience with Bachelor's degree. or

1 Year Related Experience With Master's Degree. Preferred

• Education

Advanced science degree and extensive current knowledge of regulations governing human or animal research protections strongly preferred.

• Experience

Previous service on an IRB or IACUC a plus.

Job Duties

• For campus-wide research, perform thorough protocol pre-review in advance of submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and provide technical consultation to Principal Investigators on any regulatory, scientific, or policy issues that will affect the likelihood of IRB/IACUC approvals.
• Collaborates closely with the IRB or IACUC and other regulatory entities at the institution to provide optimal protocol review services for investigators.
• Directs, analyzes, coordinates, and evaluates research program operation and procedures.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations associated with and/or receiving benefit from the research program.
• Establishes research program goals and objectives and directs clinical trials program evaluation and quality control activities; develops and/or approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals.
• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of program activities.
• Responsible for design, execution, and effectiveness of system of internal controls, which provide reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Reads literature and attends training and other functions as necessary to keep abreast of relevant scientific, regulatory, and technical developments related to oversight of research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Professional & Executive

Organization

223002 - Human Research Protection IRB

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Sep 4, 2026, 9:34:23 PM