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Job Overview
The IRB Analyst supports the activities of the Office of Human Subject Protections (OHSP) at Georgetown University (GU), which provides operational support to the GU Institutional Review Board (IRBs). This position serves as a liaison between the IRB and research community and assist IRB chairs and members in ensuring that the rights and welfare of human subjects are protected throughout their participation in research projects.
The IRB Analyst manages and/or conducts the confidential review and approval process of proposed research activities involving human subjects at GU. The IRB Analyst must understand many complex and sometimes disparate regulatory and ethical issues and how they apply to GU research. They must balance the need to assure GU’s compliance with different federal regulations, the need to facilitate research, while also addressing ethical considerations.
Work Interactions
The Office of Human Subject Protections serves as the official oversight office for human subject research activities at Georgetown University. The Office of Human Subject Protections reports to the Medical Center Dean for Research and the Vice Provost of Research for the Main Campus. The IRB Analyst reports directly to the Senior Director of the Office of Human Subject Protections with focused oversight for IRB activities of the office. The position will be expected to work collaboratively with the Office of Research Quality Assurance and the Office of Research Oversight for compliance or conflicts of interest issues involving human subjects research. This position will also be expected to work well with the GU research community members and other ancillary review offices such as radiation safety and biomedical safety.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required in an ethics, scientific, engineering or healthcare administrative discipline required. Alternate degree fields will be considered/accepted based upon the nature and depth of the research experience as it relates to this position.
A minimum of 3-5 years’ work experience that provided familiarity with research ethics and methodologies. A minimum of 3 years’ work experience must include: human subjects’ review/oversight; interaction with human subjects as a research staff person; or any position involving the application of complex regulatory systems to individuals and work activities.
Experience demonstrating highly effective communications skills and ability to work on multiple projects.
Computer proficiency is required, including MS Word, Excel, internet browsers, and email
Preferred Qualifications
Certification as an IRB professional (CIP) is highly preferred.
Comfort with making judgment calls in ambiguous situations
Highly organized at tracking and prioritizing work
Outstanding attention to detaiL
Ability to write and speak in concise, accurate, and intelligible manner
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Diplomatic and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to work well as part of a team in conditions of high volumes and rigid deadlines
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Remote. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$47,586.00 - $87,558.13Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.