Research Operations & Ethics Specialist

Art and Wellness; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) seeks a Research Specialist to support ethical, high-quality research operations. You will help administer HRPP processes, oversee regulatory submissions, and assist investigators with navigating federal and sponsor requirements.

This on-site role in Bentonville, AR requires strong collaboration with faculty, students, and external partners, to ensure efficient, compliant research activities across the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health or related field.
• 4 years of experience in research administration or related operational role.
• Experience with IRB, HRPP, or grants administration preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply research regulations and sponsor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day Office of Research operations.
• Advise on regulatory requirements and submission pathways for research.
• Oversee HRPP operations, intake, tracking, and reporting.
• Support protocol development, IRB submissions, amendments and continuing reviews.
• Monitor investigator requirements and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, life sciences, public health, research administration, healthcare administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic IRB systems

ClinicalTrials.gov experience

Grant management platforms

Job description

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) seeks a Research Specialist to support ethical, high-quality research operations. You will help administer HRPP processes, oversee regulatory submissions, and assist investigators with navigating federal and sponsor requirements.

This on-site role in Bentonville, AR requires strong collaboration with faculty, students, and external partners, to ensure efficient, compliant research activities across the lifecycle.