JOB OVERVIEW:

The IRB Protocol Analyst assists in oversight of regulated human research submissions of limited scope and complexity; assists in the coordination of Institutional Review Board (IRB, Board) member activities; understands and applies basic concepts of federal regulations, state laws, and human research protection program policies to ensure compliance with sponsor and university requirements; follows prescribed procedures to analyze research submissions and provide guidance to principal investigators and research teams; documents regulatory findings, Board deliberations and actions under the supervision of experienced Analysts; assists in coordinating activities with ancillary review committees, college support staff, Office of Sponsored Programs, and Office of Research Compliance; communicates with investigators and assists researchers to secure timely Board approvals; prepares inter-institutional agreements and regulatory documents for institutional official signature; continually monitors timelines to avoid delays and approval lapses; meets internal quality standards to ensure regulatory compliance; assists in identifying customer service needs; participates in business process improvement initiatives and assists in the development of educational programs; assists in the conduct of training sessions for research teams and IRB members; operates within electronic submission system for communications and document management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Customer service experience; problem-solving experience;
• Ability to work in a regulatory and deadline driven environment;
• Ability to work almost exclusively on a computer using regulatory application software; proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Good written communication skills.

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge and/or experience with research methods, IRB operations, regulations and policies governing the protection of human subjects in research.

ERIK OVERVIEW:

Join the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit https://erik.osu.edu/.
Position Mapping:
Function: Research Administration
Subfunction: Research Protocol
Career Level: S1
Regular 40 First Shif

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