IRB Coordinator

IRB Coordinator

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Louisiana State University seeks a part-time IRB Analyst to support the ethical review and oversight of human subjects research. This position is primarily on-campus in Baton Rouge.

The IRB Analyst supports protocol review processes, provides regulatory guidance to investigators, and assists in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements governing human subjects research.

Job Responsibilities:

• Protocol Pre-Review: Conduct administrative and regulatory pre-reviews of IRB submissions, including new protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, and reportable events, to ensure completeness and compliance. (40%)
• Investigator Support: Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and student researchers regarding IRB processes, submission requirements, and applicable regulations. (20%)
• Meeting Coordination: Assist in preparing IRB meeting materials, including agendas and protocol assignments, and document proceedings through detailed meeting minutes. (10%)
• Reliance Agreements: Support coordination of single IRB (sIRB) reliance agreements for multi-site studies, serving as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Data Use Agreements: Assist with processing and tracking data use agreements (DUAs) associated with IRB protocols. (10%)
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain working knowledge of applicable regulations, including the Common Rule (45 CFR 46), HIPAA, and institutional policies. (5%)
• Educational Resources: Contribute to the development and maintenance of IRB guidance materials, website content, and training resources to support the research community. (5%)
• Quality Assurance: Participate in internal audits and quality improvement activities to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and institutional standards. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in public health, social sciences, biomedical sciences, research administration, or a related field. Basic knowledge of human subjects research protections and applicable regulations (e.g., Common Rule, HIPAA).

Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply—a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in public health, social sciences, biomedical sciences, research administration, or a related field. Basic knowledge of human subjects research protections and applicable regulations (e.g., Common Rule, HIPAA). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic research administration systems. Experience in an IRB office or human subjects protection program. Familiarity with federal, state, and institutional research compliance requirements. Experience supporting IRB operations, including protocol review, meeting documentation, or multi-site research coordination.

Additional Information:

This position is in-person and part-time (20 hours per week).