Senior IRB Analyst

Academic Affairs ("AA") is headed by the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs who serves as the institution's Chief Academic Officer ("CAO") and is responsible for administering academic policies. AA is comprised of each of the university's colleges, schools, and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units, to include Learner Operations, Research, Economic Development and Engagement ( REDE), Institutional Planning, Assessment and Research, and Global Affairs. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service, and regional transformation.

REDE is responsible for providing resources, advocacy, education and support to elevate and advance East Carolina University's research community and advancing the institution's public service and economic engagement agenda. The Senior Vice Provost for Research and Innovation leads REDE and is a direct report to the Provost. Two teams comprise REDE. The Office of Research is focused on research and the Office of Industry and Engagement focuses on industry, national security, economic and community development, and continuing and professional education.

The Office of Research provides oversight of ECU's research enterprise including grant administration and ethical conduct of research; ensures compliance with the federal, state, and University rules and regulations; and supports technology transfer and commercialization. The office includes Pre-Award Services, Post-Award Services, Research Integrity and Compliance, Compliance Monitoring, Research Administration Analytics, Research Development, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, the University Medical and Behavioral Institutional Review Board, and the Office of Licensing and Commercialization. The Coastal Studies Institute ( CSI) will also report within REDE. CSI is a collaborative, interinstitutional research, education, and outreach center led by East Carolina University.

In addition, The Office of Industry and Engagement collaborates with departments and colleges/schools across the University to amplify the university's service to and economic impact on North Carolina. This unit is the frontline resource for development and maturing of partnerships with entities in industry, state and local government, military agencies, nonprofit and faith-based organizations, and other regional stakeholders. The purpose of these partnerships is to create research and learning opportunities that bring ECU faculty, staff, and students together with external partners to benefit the university and helps advance mutually beneficial community and economic development interests. This office provides strategic leadership for engagement, outreach, public service, and economic development activities, ensuring all align with the university's mission and values. These activities are supported through various funding sources including state appropriations, grants, contracts, continuing education programs, and philanthropic donors.

East Carolina University is also a regional university hub of NC Innovation ( NCI). The Eastern Region NCI Hub is housed within the Office of Industry and Engagement and its director works closely with the Senior Vice Provost for Research and Innovation and other campus leaders to guide the partnership between NCI and the University.

The primary purpose of the Senior IRB Analyst for the Institutional Review Board is to support the overall administration of the human research review and approval process with a specific emphasis on IRB reliance and single IRB (sIRB) oversight. This position serves as the institutional subject-matter expert for IRB reliance models, providing high-level regulatory guidance to investigators, IRB members, and institutional partners involved in multi-site and collaborative research. The Senior IRB Analyst manages reliance determinations, coordinates IRB authorization agreements, and supports institutional responsibilities when ECU serves as the reviewing IRB or relies on an external IRB. Through these efforts, the position ensures compliance with institutional SOPs and applicable international, federal, state, and local regulations, while advancing efficient and ethical conduct of human research.

The Senior IRB Analyst will be responsible for screening and processing human research applications in accordance with human research related regulations, rules, and policies. This position will aid all customers and will analyze and interpret complex regulations, rules, and guidance related to human research to serve as a process expert. The Senior IRB Analyst will effectively communicate, both written and verbally, and serve as a dependable resource for a wide variety of customers. This position will also understand and support the technology required for conducting daily business.

This position requires interpretation of federal regulations and guidance and evaluating human research application received by the UMCIRB. The position will work closely with other staff, investigators with varying levels of experience, and administrative leaders to support the human research enterprise.

UMCIRB Coordination and Support - 40%:

Human Research Protections Program Support - 30%:

Research HIPAA Compliance - 25%:

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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