Research Compliance Associate

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in the Greater Houston area is seeking a Research Compliance Associate to ensure ethical review of human subjects research. The role is hybrid, working with the Office of Research, with a defined salary range and standard Monday–Friday hours.

The incumbent will support the research protections program, assist IRB actions, educate investigators, and help prepare minutes and documentation for compliance reviews.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides analytical and programmatic support to the research subject protections program.
• Supports one board/month and corresponding Institutional Review Board (IRB) actions for that board.
• Maintains positive working relationship with chair, vice-chair and board members.
• Provides customer service and education to IRB members and Principal Investigators for protocols assigned to board.
• Previews all research protocol/consent forms.
• Provides expedited approvals/exemptions for research.
• Recommends revision and action for requirements to Principal Investigator/Administrative Contact.
• Establishes anticipated quorum for each meeting.
• Assigns protocols according to IRB member attendance and expertise.
• Serves as point of contact when IRB members identify protocol issues that merit 'table' or 'disapproval.'
• Assures key ethical/regulatory issues are adequately discussed in full board meetings.
• Prepares meeting minutes according to required regulations.
• Reviews replies for completion of modifications according to full board criteria for administrative review and approval of minor amendments.
• Serves on quality improvement/accreditation teams as requested.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Two years of relevant experience

Education

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Research Compliance Associate

Division: Office of Research

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid within Greater Houston, TX

Salary Range: $63,052 - $74,178

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

Review all human subjects research proposals to ensure that protocols are approved by the IRB for the protection and welfare of human research participants. Ensures adherence to the highest ethical standards by providing support, services, and resources for College investigators, potential research sponsors, and collaborating organizations.

Job Duties

• Provides analytical and programmatic support to the research subject protections program.
• Supports one board/month and corresponding Institutional Review Board (IRB) actions for that board.
• Maintains positive working relationship with chair, vice-chair and board members.
• Provides customer service and education to IRB members and Principal Investigators for protocols assigned to board.
• Previews all research protocol/consent forms.
• Provides expedited approvals/exemptions for research.
• Recommends revision and action for requirements to Principal Investigator/Administrative Contact.
• Establishes anticipated quorum for each meeting.
• Assigns protocols according to IRB member attendance and expertise.
• Serves as point of contact when IRB members identify protocol issues that merit 'table' or 'disapproval.'
• Assures key ethical/regulatory issues are adequately discussed in full board meetings.
• Prepares meeting minutes according to required regulations.
• Reviews replies for completion of modifications according to full board criteria for administrative review and approval of minor amendments.
• Serves on quality improvement/accreditation teams as requested.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in compliance, research, patient relations, health care, medical/academic setting or communications.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.