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IRB Administrator I


Job Location:

Worcester, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

The IRB Administrator I facilitates efficient and effective research compliance with institutional state and federal policies and regulations as they pertain to the conduct of human subjects research. The IRB Admin I reviews human subject research submissions performs complex IRB operations and acts as a key resource for the research community on IRB issues.

Responsibilities
  • Regulatory Review:
    • Identify applicable regulations and policies for select IRB submissions assessing for completeness and compliance.
    • Interpret and apply applicable regulations and policies to select IRB submissions exercising sound judgment in all assessments.
  • IRB Operations
    • Manage operational requests (e.g. NCI CIRB reliance) evaluate supporting materials and draft appropriate documentation and correspondence.
    • Assist in design and execute tests of submission processes.
  • Education and Training:
    • Collaborate with senior staff members to develop and implement IRB training materials and educational functions.
    • Evaluate incoming IRB queries and respond or route appropriately.
    • With appropriate supervision advise research community on IRB matters.
  • Non-essential functions:
    • Manage IRB events (room reservations invitations/responses etc.).
    • Update IRB website user accounts etc.
Qualifications

IRB ADMINISTRATOR I:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 1year related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Familiarity with research ethics and methods.
  • Experience in human subjects research compliance.
  • Relevant professional certification (e.g. CIP).
Additional Information

* This is a hybrid work model with the understanding that the IRB Administrator will be available and onsite as required to support the department**

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


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