IRB Compliance Administrator

Cambridge, Massachusetts, INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD (IRB) COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR , Office of the Vice President for Research , to conduct ethical and compliance reviews to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations for the use of human subjects in research. Will serve as a point of contact (POC) and compliance reviewer of human subject research protocols; conduct research protocol reviews to identify regulatory and other issues and identify potential risks to research participants; independently reviews and approves studies eligible for expedited review in accordance with the applicable expedited review categories; assists with taking Committee minutes, correspond with and advise investigators, articulating modifications to study documentation; write high-level protocol summaries, coordinate ancillary reviews, and advise colleagues/investigators on navigating the regulatory landscape and applicability of regulations; assist with developing educational materials and conduct workshops/presentations; assist with COUHES Connect; maintain knowledge of federal/state/local regulations; and support other functions as needed. The full job description is available, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ACLxXemJFrMzeaRj5U-ek6wN8uJvCe3o/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110716311861814000406&rtpof=true&sd=true REQUIRED : Bachelor's degree in related field; a minimum of three years of human subjects research related experience; experience with FDA regulated device research, working knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to human subject research; excellent analytical, organizational, and written and oral communication skills; understanding of research procedures' terminology, clinical trials, and research data management; experience conducting and managing human subject research in an academic research environment; attention to detail; discretion and good judgment with confidential information; and ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with faculty, staff, and institutional representatives. If not already Certified IRB Professional (CIP) certified, must obtain CIP certification within one year of meeting the eligibility requirements for the CIP certification exam. PREFERRED : Three years of experience working at an IRB; experience conducting expedited and primary reviews for an IRB; CIP certification; previous experience working at an AAHRPP-Accredited IRB/HRPP; experience serving as an IRB board member and administrative record keeping; Experience conducting expedited and primary reviews for an IRB; experience reviewing DOD, NIH, and NSF supported/regulated research; and a background in science and engineering. 7/23/2026 This position will be hybrid.