Senior IRB Consultant

Dept: Research and Clinical Trials Administration office
This professional and highly visible position is responsible for providing support to the Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
Review and facilitate the flow of new research submissions and renewals, revisions, amendments and advertisements through the review process to the IRB. Extract and summarize pertinent and complex clinical information in written/verbal reports, including minutes. Collaborate with Principle Investigator(s)/Coordinators.


Additional Information

Position Type: Full-Time
Education/Special Skills Required: This position requires coordination, facilitation, consultation and conflict resolution skills and an understanding of the complex federal regulations governing human subject research to assist investigators in the submission of their research proposals. Must have strong knowledge of the Federal Code of Regulations pertaining to Human Subject Protections, including 45CFR46, 21CFR50 and 56, Good Clinical Practice, the Declaration of Helsinki, the Belmont Report and HIPAA. Ability to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Excellent communication skills required. Excellent grammer and writing and word processing skills. BA/BS in relevant discipline preferred, will consider an individual with some college experience who meets other criteria. Three to Five years of office experience working with an IRB office or as a study coordinator preferred. Demonstrated management skills and/or experience. Must be able to work independantly with minimal supervsion, have proven writing skills, which should be demonstrated in the form of written publications, excellent oral communication and customer service skills. Certification as an IRB professional is highly desirable and required within 18 months of hiring if not certified.
Job title: ~Senior IRB Consultant

Position type: Full Time, Employee

Job reference code: AM05703

Job category: Consulting Services

Location: US-IL-Chicago