[Hiring] IRB Vice Chair @Mass General Brigham

Role Description

The Mass General Brigham (MGB) Institutional Review Board (IRB) Vice Chair is responsible for chairing convened IRB meetings on a regular basis and conducting expedited reviews as needed in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, MGB Policies and Procedures, and the ethical principles described in the Belmont Report. This position involves regular interaction with Principal Investigators and research team members to discuss their IRB applications and regular meetings with the IRB and HRA leadership to contribute to the development of policies and ethical approaches to the protection of human subject research.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (MD) and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing human subjects research.
• Certified IRB Professional (CIP) certification desirable.

Requirements

• Chair and act as a voting member of convened IRB meetings.
• Ensure research reviewed at each convened meeting complies with applicable regulations.
• Support and participate in IRB initiatives on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
• Review and approve reviewer assignments for convened IRB meetings.
• Guard the independence of the IRB decision process.
• Participate as a voting member of the IRB charged with reviewing reports of possible serious or continuing noncompliance.
• Act as a primary or secondary reviewer as needed for protocol items on the agenda.
• Review and approve meeting minutes and PI correspondence of IRB determinations.
• Review changes made by the PI subsequent to a convened meeting.
• Participate in ongoing education activities and orient new members to IRB review policies.
• Provide guidance to members on regulatory issues and institutional policies.
• Work independently to review research activity submitted to the MGB IRB.
• Compose correspondence to investigators articulating modifications required for IRB approval.
• Identify requirements for review by ancillary committees.
• Work collaboratively with the research community to provide guidance and consultation.
• Participate in meetings of designated Expedited Reviewers as needed.
• Adhere to turnaround times for review and processing activities.
• Stay current on laws and regulations governing human subject research.
• Participate in periodic evaluations related to service on the IRB.
• If selected, participate in interviews during on-site accreditation reviews.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.