| Director IRB Office -- Rochester, NY |
Author: Gary Chadwick
Date: 08-14-09 17:25
Director IRB Office, University of Rochester
The University of Rochester (UR) is one of the country's top-tier private research universities and a major health care provider in the region. The River Campus and Medical Center are located approximately one mile south of downtown Rochester, where the UR Eastman School of Music and Memorial Art Galley are located, and 15 miles south of Lake Ontario, in upstate New York. The city of Rochester is home to numerous cultural institutions, including the world-renowned Garth Fagan Dance, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, George Eastman House, Rochester Contemporary Art Center, Rochester Museum & Science Center, Strong National Museum of Play, and numerous arts organizations. Geva Theatre Center is the city's largest professional theatre. Rochester was ranked as the sixth “most livable city” (2007).
IRB System
The IRB system at UR is AAHRPP accredited and operates four onsite boards (two biomedical, one oncology and one behavioral), each with its own Human Subject Specialist and paid part-time Chair. It also includes one contract board for industry-sponsored trials. The IRB oversees approximately 1800 active studies. There are 10-15 staff in the Office.
Position Description Overview
This position reports to the Director of the Office for Human Subject Protection, who reports to the University Provost (IO). Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the IRB system including developing/updating policies and procedures related to research involving human subjects and maintaining accreditation and compliance with the University’s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP). Serves as a primary resource of regulatory and ethical advice for IRB members, investigators, and institutional officials, coordinates IRB activities with other University offices and compliance committees, and represents the University with collaborating institutions, research sponsors, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree or professional degree in biomedical or biobehavioral field with 7 years of related compliance/human subject protection experience and CIP certification. Expert knowledge of Common Rule and FDA regulations. Experience in designing and operating electronic IRB applications. Managerial/supervisory experience with leadership and strong communication skills required. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills needed, and ability to work successfully with senior academic/medical professionals required. Experience in a university or research organization setting is preferred. Equivalent combinations of experience and education will be considered.
Contact to Submit Resume/CV: Janice_Taylor@urmc.rochester.edu
This position is open for immediate hire. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
University of Rochester is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. Applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged.
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