Health Science Specialist

Summary The position is organizationally located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) – South Texas Veteran Health Care System (San Antonio) Medical Research Service. The South Texas Veterans Health Care System program supports significant activities in all VA research programs, including those servicing clinical, biological/basic, health systems and rehabilitation research. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: You must possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university in a major study in an academic field related to the medical field – health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of a Health Science Specialist. Specialized Experience: One (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS‑11) in the Federal Service. Experience must be directly related to the work of the position and must have equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties as a Health Science Specialist. Qualifying specialized experience includes, but is not limited to, managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Research & Development Committee processes, developing and implementing policies, procedures and reporting mechanisms in alignment with local and national guidelines, and maintaining project tracking databases and preparing compliance reports. Duties This is not a virtual position – you must live within or be willing to relocate to a commutable distance of the duty location. Manage IRBNet submissions for research review – ensuring appropriate referral and completeness – and facilitate R&DC meetings. Review investigator activities and ensure expert assignment for protocol evaluations – resolving protocol design issues as needed. Support IRB coordinators and investigators in preparing agendas and presenting data for committee review. Develop, implement, and communicate research policies and procedures in compliance with national and local HRPP guidelines. Maintain and update project tracking databases. Conduct program assessments and prepare required reports. Identify program issues and recommend corrective actions – monitoring both program content and financial aspects. Interpret federal and VA regulations, lead the implementation of electronic submission processes, and conduct special audits and reviews for compliance and oversight. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized. #J-18808-Ljbffr