IRB Analyst I

Tufts University is a leading institution in research and innovation, and they are seeking an IRB Analyst I to support their Social, Behavioral & Educational Research Institutional Review Board. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations for human subjects research and managing key aspects of the IRB review and approval process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary triage of all eIRB submissions and assign them to IRB staff for review
• Apply federal regulations, state and local laws, and institutional policies to initial submissions, continuing reviews, and modifications
• Make determinations regarding 'not human subjects research,' engagement, and exempt research under supervision
• Conduct preliminary reviews of expedited research and assign to designated reviewers
• Review investigator responses to IRB stipulations, assess adequacy, and complete approvals as appropriate
• Communicate review outcomes to investigators promptly and clearly
• Assign and distribute materials for expedited and convened meeting reviews
• Review designated reviews for completeness and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assist with meeting preparation, post-meeting communications, and record-keeping
• Respond to email and phone inquiries from investigators and research staff
• Provide instruction and regulatory guidance on IRB submissions and the electronic system
• Support training and educational presentations in collaboration with senior IRB staff
• Build positive relationships with the research community to promote compliance and effective communication
• Maintain documentation of IRB reviews and communications in accordance with federal regulations and institutional policies
• Perform quality checks on data entered in the electronic IRB system
• Generate reports for the Institutional Official and other university departments under supervision
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and implement new or revised processes under supervision
• Stay current on evolving regulations and best practices in human subjects research oversight

Skills

• Knowledge and experience typically acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Minimum of 1 year of administrative experience
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to multitask efficiently, meet deadlines, and respond to ad hoc requests in a timely manner
• Ability to handle confidential information and issues with discretion and sound judgment
• Ability to learn software systems related to IRB administration and oversight
• Critical thinking skills and ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external constituencies
• IRB or human subjects research experience
• CIP (Certified IRB Professional) certification
• Familiarity with Huron IRB software solution for protocol management

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