IRB Administrator

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is currently seeking an IRB Administrator for our Research Compliance Department. This position provides administrative, technical, and general support to the department and the institution's Institutional Review Board (IRB); supports all aspects of the IRB, including preparation of IRB submissions and distribution of same to IRB members; maintains IRB documentation, including recording of IRB minutes; manages IRB meetings and membership. Responsible for the review and processing of complex and technical research protocols; identifies issues and provides guidance to investigators and staff regarding document preparation relative to human subjects research regulations; reviews, processes, and tracks a high volume of study activities occurring in active research protocols systemwide and throughout the community; continuously monitors activities and patient safety via review of adverse events; works closely with other members of the department to coordinate research oversight activities; assists with systemwide research compliance and support of the Human Research Protections Program (HRPP). Provides community-wide support and mentoring for investigators and their staff on IRB submissions.

QUALIFICATIONS

All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently.

LEVEL OF EDUCATION

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree
• Preferred: Masters' degree

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Minimum: Certified IRB Professional (CIP) within 3 years of hire
• Preferred: Certified IRB Professional (CIP)

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum: Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and regulations governing human subjects in research. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the IRB process and protocol development and approval. Working knowledge of scientific and medical concepts and terminology, and strong familiarity with biomedical research protocols. Working knowledge of research terminology. Advanced general office equipment and computer skills, including MS Office.
• Preferred: Experience with IRB database, specifically IRB+ program.

YEARS OF RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum: One year of experience in a research environment, such as clinical trials (i.e. experience as a study coordinator).
• Preferred: One or more years in an IRB position. Experience working in a Human Research Protection Program (HRPP). Experience in a regulatory or research compliance environment.