Institutional Review Board Coordinator - Office of Research

About UsAre 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!LocationOur 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 SummarySupports 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.ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops knowledge of human subject¿s research regulations through professional development and mentoringReviews exempt studies as assigned by IRB office leadershipAssists with the administration of expedited study reviews under the direction of department leadershipSupports full board study reviews as directed leadershipContributes to the IRB reliance process as assignedRoutes IRB inquiries to appropriate personnel, with limited responsibility for addressing researcher or customer questionsProvides administrative support, including document management and other office functions as neededAssists with communications with researchers (e.g., courtesy notifications) and supports outreach activities as assignedParticipates in quality assessment and improvement initiatives under the guidance of leadershipParticipates with post-approval monitoring program activities as directedParticipates in investigations of potential noncompliance with human subject¿s research regulations as assignedCoordinates logistics and follow-up for IRB committee meetings as assignedSupports the delivery of researcher training programs in alignment with leadership directivesRequired QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher educationRequired ExperienceOne (1) year of related experiencePreferred QualificationsPreferred Educational QualificationsAdvanced degree from an accredited institution of higher educationProposed SalaryThe 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.AbilitiesKnowledge, Skills, & 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 ValuesThe 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 OpportunityKennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.