Research Regulatory Assistant

Brown-University-Health-1; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a Regulatory Assistant to support regulatory activities in clinical research. You will help prepare regulatory documents, collect signatures, and assist with sponsor visits, while ensuring compliance from study approval through closure.

The role requires a Bachelor's in life sciences or related field or equivalent experience, strong organization, and communication skills, with a focus on regulatory accuracy in a fast-paced environment at Rhode Island Hospital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area; alternative: 2-3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and collection of study related regulatory documents (CV, ML, Financial Disclosure Forms, Conflict of Interest Forms, FDA 1572, Delegation of Authority/Staff Signature Logs).
• May collect signatures to ensure accuracy of study documents.
• Process external safety reports including SUSARs; may update the Clinical Trial Management System.
• Assist with preparation and setup of sponsor visits (Monitoring, Site Initiation, Close-Out Visits).
• Liaise with regulatory staff, sponsors, investigators and study team members.
• Participate in Study Initiation Visits and Interim Monitoring Visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Applied or Life Sciences

Experience substituted for degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

SUMMARY:The Regulatory Assistant performs multiple tasks in order to meet compliance requirements in research. This position will be assisting in the overseeing of clinical research regulatory requirements for the department. The Regulatory Assistant will provide support in managing clinical trials for the department. The Regulatory Assistant supports the department and clinical studies through the regulatory portion of the trial submission process to maintaining the regulatory integrity of assigned clinical trials from approval to closure. The Regulatory Assistant works closely with other Regulatory Assistants and Regulatory Coordinators within the department. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the preparation and/or collection of study related research required regulatory documents, including but not limited to:
  • CV
  • ML
  • Financial Disclosure Forms
  • Conflict of Interest Forms
  • FDA 1572
  • Delegation of Authority/ Staff Signature Logs
• May collect signatures to ensure accuracy of study documents
• Receives and processes clinical trial external safety reports, including SUSARs
• May process and file IRB and RDC approvals; may update the Clinical Trial Management System
• May complete minor revisions to clinical trials, such as personnel updates or continuing reviews
• May assist with the preparation and and set-up of sponsor visits, such as Monitoring Visits, Site Initiation Visits and Close-Out Visits
• Liaises with regulatory staff, sponsors, investigators, and research team members
• Participates in Study Initiation Visits and Interim Monitoring Visits
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied or Life Sciences or related area, including courses in research methodologies and microcomputer systems. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an additional 2-3 years of experience may be substituted.
• Knowledge of theory and techniques of research methodology
• Must possess the following skills:
  • Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills
  • Strong-self-starter
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft office and in various database applications

EXPERIENCE: 6 months - 1 year in direct clinical trial administration experience or relevant administrative experience preferred but not required. The Regulatory Assistant should develop general understanding of compliance requirements with federal, state and/or local programmatic regulations within three months of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is a sedentary position. One must be able to transport paperwork to another building (sometimes up to 10 lbs.) at one time. Bending and stooping may also be requirements for filing of paperwork. Standing to copy may also be required.

INDEPENDENT ACTION: This position requires a quick-thinker, who can independently make basic and sometimes complex decisions pertaining to the completion and transmission of required regulatory documentation to internal departments, as well as external agencies, including, but not limited to study sponsors, local and federal agencies. This person should also be able to work with outside monitors and work independently. He/she should be able answer inquiries related to regulatory issues, and if not known, communicate with the correct person to determine the answer.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range: $41,537.60-$68,556.80

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm (30 minute Lunch)

Work Shift: Day

Daily Hours: 8 hours

Driving Required: Yes