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Indiana University Bloomington

Research Compliance Consultant

Indiana University Bloomington, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Job Summary

Performs a final review and screening of research applications to ensure studies meet regulatory approval for criteria; screens revised applications and resubmissions, reviews changes, and approves / raises concerns; attends compliance regulatory meetings (such as IRB) to advise on regulatory and policy issues, and analyze board discussion for action taken on research projects.

Consults with and advises faculty and investigators / researchers on the application submission process; interprets and advises on applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, federal regulations, and other compliance-related requirements.

Acts as a liaison between committees and chairpersons (IRB), investigators, and various university stakeholders (such as Office of Research Administration (ORA), Office of Research Compliance (ORC) including the Radiation Safety Office, Conflict of Interest Committee, etc. as necessary); ensures researchers / investigators are aware of time limits and deadlines.

May serve as a mentor, advisor, educator, and / or resource to other research compliance teams and / or staff; provides necessary education and training to both internal and external researchers, research staff, and other research compliance staff, as needed.

Makes recommendations for streamlining review process such as the revision of applications and consent forms, investigator notification, prior categorization and assignment of application submitted, etc; performs quality checks and ensures the necessary corrective and preventive actions are completed.

May serve as project lead on assigned special projects.

Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

Education Required

Bachelor's degree preferably in related field

Work Experience Required

2 years of experience of research administration, research compliance, or related experience

Licenses and Certificates Required

Certification for Institutional Review Board Professionals (CIP) upon date of hire

Skills Required

Proficient communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

Highly thorough and dependable

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Demonstrated knowledge of research regulations

Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous IU contributions

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance paid by IU

Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting

Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses

10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year

Generous paid time off plans

Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification Career Level :

Career

FLSA :

Exempt

Job Function :

Research

Job Family :

Research Compliance

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Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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