Research Specialist - Regulatory/Compliance at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Trials, Documentation Management, Informed Consent Forms, FDA Regulations, IRB Submissions, Expanded Access Studies, Compassionate Use Studies, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Writing Skills, Autonomy, Research Operations, Clinical Research, Study Activation, Quality Initiatives

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We're searching for a Research Specialist - Regulatory/Compliance to join the Sponsored Clinical Trials and Partnerships Team. The role focuses on pre-award activation of industry-sponsored clinical trials by preparing and managing regulatory documentation required for initial approvals and ongoing compliance and integrity. This role ensures the regulatory integrity of assigned studies from pre-award through study closure, working closely with investigators, sponsors, and institutional stakeholders to meet all applicable requirements. This is a regular, full-time position that has a weekly, hybrid work environment. Our ideal candidate is proficient in Microsoft Office, demonstrates a high level of autonomy in their work, and possesses exceptional writing skills. If this sounds like you, apply online today for your chance to join our team! Responsibilities: Prepare and review pre-award regulatory documents, namely informed consent forms (ICF), in compliance with UPMC policies/language, sponsor requirements, and 21 CFR Parts 50, 54, 56, 312, 812, 45 CFR 46, and ICH-GCP E6. Conduct and lead institutional review and negotiation of ICF language with industry sponsors for new protocol study submission and study amendments. Guide study teams to properly submit approved ICFs to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in accordance with 21 CFR Part 56 and institutional procedures. Provide guidance to study teams by reviewing and approving regulatory materials for Expanded Access and Compassionate Use studies (sINDs, HUDs, EAPs, etc), ensuring compliance with 21 CFR 312 and FDA guidance, while supporting timely activation. Maintain accurate submission records and tracking systems to support pre-award decision-making, study startup timelines, and study activation metrics. Provide regulatory guidance and act as a subject matter expert for investigators, sponsors, SCTP consultants, SCTP contractors, and study teams during the startup phase of clinical trials. Post-award: Assist study teams in ensuring ongoing compliance by confirming industry-sponsored trials are conducted under the most current IRB approvals, amendments, and renewals, per 45 CFR 46 Identify process improvement opportunities in the pre-award regulatory workflow and contribute to quality initiatives within the Sponsored Clinical Trials & Partnerships (SCTP) team. Support organizational compliance by ensuring all applicable FDA, OHRP, NIH, and HIPAA requirements are met prior to study initiation and throughout the lifecycle of assigned studies. Bachelor's degree in health related field is required. Three (3) years of experience in industry clinical trials or research operation is required. Two (2) year of experience in regulatory or clinical trial pre-award programs strongly is preferred Knowledge of clinical research trials regulations, (i.e., Office of Research and Human Protections (OHRP) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is essential OR 1+ years' experience in drug development, regulatory or clinical operations functions is strongly preferred. Clinical Research Professional Certification or related certification is a plus Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Research Specialist will prepare and manage regulatory documentation for industry-sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance from pre-award through study closure. They will work closely with investigators, sponsors, and institutional stakeholders to maintain regulatory integrity and support study activation.