[Hiring] Principal Regulatory Compliance Professional @Ripple Effect

Role Description

Ripple Effect is seeking a Principal Regulatory Compliance Professional to serve as a subject matter expert supporting the Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). In this critical role, you will work closely with OHRP leadership to evaluate complex compliance matters involving human subjects research, conduct in-depth reviews of institutional submissions and corrective action plans, and provide expert recommendations on regulatory compliance with the Common Rule (45 CFR 46) and related human research protection requirements.

As a trusted advisor and technical expert, you will:

• Assess complaints, incident reports, allegations of noncompliance, and other sensitive matters requiring careful analysis and sound judgment.
• Review Institutional Review Board (IRB) records and institutional documentation.
• Support compliance evaluations and communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Success in this role requires:

• Extensive experience in human subjects research oversight.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• The ability to clearly communicate complex regulatory issues to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in science or relevant fields.
• 8+ years' relevant experience; additional education substitutes for experience.
• 2+ years of project management experience.
• Education or experience in science, public health, or research is required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated and substantial experience with Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), human subjects research programs, policy interpretation, policy implementation & monitoring, and conducting compliance reviews, investigations, audits, evaluations, or regulatory assessments.
• Experience reviewing complaints, allegations, incident reports, corrective action plans, and institutional compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of human research protection programs in academic, healthcare, federal, or research environments.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
• Exceptional attention to detail, demonstrated ability to execute instructions, and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Familiarity with electronic IRB management systems and compliance tracking systems.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Exceptional benefits.
• A range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences.

Company Description

Ripple Effect is a woman-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in 2024 and 2025 by the NABR, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.