Institutional Review Board Administrator

The Human Research Protections Office (HRPO) is recruiting for a Institutional Review Board Administrator. The HRPO is the coordinating office for the Human Research Protections Program, and provides support for the UMB Institutional Review Board (IRB). The IRB Administrator provides technical and administrative review of human research application materials prior to submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). Provides support and guidance to investigators from initial proposal review and submission through completion of the study. Coordinates submission and revisions with the Board. 

BENEFITS INFORMATION
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options.  

Primary Duties

• Determine the regulatory review pathway for incoming applications submitted for IRB review and assign them to HRPO/IRB staff accordingly.
• Provide technical and administrative guidance on human research application materials prior to submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) Committee.
• Provide IRB support and guidance to investigators from initial proposal submission and review through study completion.
• Perform pre-committee regulatory analysis of human research application materials; review for completeness and compliance with human research regulations and institutional requirements.
• Apply knowledge of human subject protection regulations and institutional policies to administer IRB meetings, determine IRB requirements of approval are met, and issue approval documentation or other appropriate documentation.
• Collaborate with IRB staff on developing the IRB meeting agenda and designating IRB reviewers. 
• Coordinate proposal submission and revisions with the IRB Committee.
• Attend IRB Committee meetings and write detailed meeting summaries regarding ethical and regulatory issues analyzed by the committee and document the final determinations of the IRB.
• Review IRB meeting minutes for accuracy and completeness. 
• Assist in writing clear and detailed IRB correspondence to investigators.
• Maintain clear and accurate IRB files.
• Ensure ethical issues are addressed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelors in a related field. 
Experience: Three (3) years of experience working in research administration, including use of human subjects. One (1) year experience with regulatory operations and administration governing use of human subjects preferred. 
Certification/Licensure: Certified IRB professional preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines. 

The Hiring Range for this position is in the high $60,000s to mid $70,000s, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected]. 

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.