Institutional Review Board Coordinator - Office of Research at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Institutional Review Board Coordinator - Office of Research Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 292206 About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.Job Summary Supports the operations of the Human Research Protections Program at a growing research university by assisting in the oversight of research involving human participants. Provides administrative and operational support to department leadership through managing large volume protocol submissions, responding to departmental communications, and facilitating researcher training and outreach. Provides guidance to users through the IRB review process and protocol submission system. This role is designed to build knowledge and familiarity with regulations and systems governing human subjects research while contributing to the efficient functioning of the office. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Develops knowledge of human subject¿s research regulations through professional development and mentoring 2. Reviews exempt studies as assigned by IRB office leadership 3. Assists with the administration of expedited study reviews under the direction of department leadership 4. Supports full board study reviews as directed leadership 5. Contributes to the IRB reliance process as assigned 6. Routes IRB inquiries to appropriate personnel, with limited responsibility for addressing researcher or customer questions 7. Provides administrative support, including document management and other office functions as needed 8. Assists with communications with researchers (e.g., courtesy notifications) and supports outreach activities as assigned 9. Participates in quality assessment and improvement initiatives under the guidance of leadership 10. Participates with post-approval monitoring program activities as directed11. Participates in investigations of potential noncompliance with human subject¿s research regulations as assigned 12. Coordinates logistics and follow-up for IRB committee meetings as assigned 13. Supports the delivery of researcher training programs in alignment with leadership directivesRequired Qualifications Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher educationRequired ExperienceOne (1) year of related experiencePreferred Qualifications Preferred Educational QualificationsAdvanced degree from an accredited institution of higher educationProposed Salary The midpoint of the salary range is $57,300. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIESAble to interpret regulations, policies, and procedures related to human subject's research and other aspects of research complianceAble to apply regulatory review criteria to incoming protocol applicationsAble to work independently with minimal supervisionAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlinesKNOWLEDGEKnowledge of federal, state, local, and University regulations regarding human subject's researchUnderstanding of research ethics and compliance, as well as related terminologyProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (e.g., Microsoft Office suite)SKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skillsStrong attention to detail and follow-up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquetteUSG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected]. Other Information This is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will not be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position will not travel.This position does not require security clearance.Background Check Standard Enhanced + EducationPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf