Job Description

Job Opportunity At The University Of Rochester

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location: 265 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 100045 Office for Human Subject Prot

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URG 115

Compensation Range: $96,860.00 - $145,290.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

General Summary: Directs all aspects of the Office for Human Subject Protection (OHSP) research education and training program to promote protection of the rights, welfare, and safety of human subjects participating in research at the University. Directing this educational program requires considerable expertise with federal regulations/guidance, international regulations/guidance, and University policies and procedures relating to the conduct of biomedical and social and behavioral human subject research.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the University's research education curriculum meets its obligation to prepare faculty and staff who conduct research to develop ethically sound and scientifically valid research protocols that preserve the rights and physical and/or psychological well-being of involved subjects.
• Maintains involvement and oversight in all phases of the educational program and focuses training for all levels of expertise. This requires consulting with investigators, research personnel, review specialists, Board Members, and University offices/departments, Sponsors, other research institutions and federal agencies.
• Collaborates with senior leadership within OHSP to direct specialized training and mechanisms for dissemination of new/revised federal regulations/guidance and University policies and procedures.
• Manages the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Office for Human Subject Protection's policies and associated documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. This includes collaboration with OHSP leadership and related stakeholders. Maintains the OHSP website in accordance with its governance plan and the University's digital accessibility policy.
• Directs the continuing education program for RSRB members including Chairs, Members and Alternates.
• Keeps abreast of contemporary trends in the field by self-study and membership and participation in professional organizations. Provides educational lectures and poster presentations internally, regionally, and nationally.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master's degree (doctorate preferred) in Social Sciences or Biomedical-related Sciences required.
• 8 years of related experience in clinical and biological research or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience monitoring and overseeing research activities at sites and with public speaking required.
• Experience working in an IRB and managing an educational program is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills. Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Must have the ability to set priorities and work both independently and collaboratively, as appropriate.
• Knowledge and application of HHS and FDA federal regulations and guidance as they pertain to human subject research required.
• Knowledge and application of Good Clinical Practice standards required.
• Familiarity with IRB management systems (e.g., Huron Research Suite), learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard), video production software (e.g., Camtasia, Panopto), and website management software (e.g., WordPress) preferred.
• Research-related professional certification (e.g., CIP, CCRC, CCRP) preferred.

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