[Hiring] Senior Human Research Protection Program Administrator @Brown University

Role Description

The Senior HRPP Administrator is responsible for the administration and implementation of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures related to the conduct of human subjects research studies at Brown University, Lifespan, and Care New England. The Senior HRPP Administrator ensures that all biomedical and behavioral human subjects research activities comply with:

• Federal regulations
• State and local law
• Institutional policies
• AAHRPP accreditation standards

This role supports IRB Committee meetings and is responsible for:

• Preparing meeting agendas and materials
• Taking minutes
• Advising IRB members on applicable regulations, policies, and review criteria

This position maintains a knowledge and understanding of current federal, state regulations, state and local law, and institutional policies and departmental SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• In-depth understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to human subjects research, including FDA regulations
• Experience working in an academic or clinical research setting
• CIP certification or willingness/ability to obtain CIP certification within two years of hire (preferred)
• Knowledge of clinical trials, clinical trial registration, and clinical trial results reporting (highly desirable)
• In-depth understanding of operational requirements pertaining to the management and implementation of protocol review processes
• Comfortable managing and performing work in an electronic system

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of current federal and state regulations regarding human subjects research and ethical principles
• Ability to practically apply federal and state regulations as well as institutional policies to research submissions under review
• Ability to independently and competently handle protocol reviews
• Ability to handle confidential documents and sensitive information
• Experience with high volumes and rigid deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and use judgment and discretion in potentially controversial matters
• Ability to work with little supervision and also serve as a strong team member
• Participation in continuing education and national and/or regional organizations devoted to promoting research ethics and the protection of human subjects
• Proficiency in an electronic IRB submission system, Microsoft Office applications, Google platforms, Adobe, and other commonly used software

Benefits

• Flexible work/life balance
• Summer hours
• Winter break
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Time off
• Annual paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement plans
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts

Company Description

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty, and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.