Head of Programme Management

Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council is a non-profit organization formed by the Native American Tribes of Wisconsin. We serve all WI tribes by providing administration of grant-funded programs either directly or with sub grants. Programs serve a range of functions from Children to Elders. Our Mission is: To Enhance the quality of life for all Native People.

The GLITC Tribal IRB Program Coordinator is responsible for the establishment process, administration, coordination, and oversight of the GLITC Tribal IRB Project as it relates to research involving Tribal citizens, Tribal communities, Tribal lands, Tribal programs, services, data, cultural knowledge, or other Tribal resources. The GLITC IRB Program Coordinator serves as a primary resource for GLITC Board leadership and participating Tribal governments, GLITC Administration, IRB members, researchers, Tribal programs, and community stakeholders regarding ethical and regulatory requirements for research involving human participants and Tribal communities.

Manage the day-to-day operations and administrative functions of the Tribal IRB. This will include oversight of equipment & supply purchases, coordination of travel and training for relevant Tribal representatives and IRB members, timely reporting and correspondence with NIH and GLITC as requested. Maintain reports and documentation to demonstrate program and/or grant compliance.

Work closely with GLITC Administration and GLITC Board of Directors to gain input, guidance, and approvals from each participating Tribal government to prepare applications, forms, policies & procedures, and any other documents needed to attain active IRB status through the U.Tribal consultation, guidance, high-level communication, technical assistance as requested, and Tribal approvals will be mandatory, ongoing and vital aspects of this position.

Once established, coordinate the submission, administrative review (exempt, expedited, and full-board reviews), and processing of research applications, amendments, continuing reviews, reportable events, and study closures, all in accordance with applicable Tribal laws, codes, resolutions, policies, and research review requirements. Ensure that required training for IRB members and staff is scheduled and completed.

Prepare IRB meeting agendas, review materials, correspondence, minutes, determinations, and regulatory documentation. Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential records of all Tribal IRB activities and research submissions, ensure that records are maintained in accordance with Tribal and Federal policies, applicable regulations, and established retention requirements.

Ensure necessary evaluation components are developed and maintained, such as assessments, feedback, and other developed data collection points. Regular contact with community members, tribal representatives, funding source staff, allied organizations, consortia, vendors, and suppliers.

Qualities such as accuracy, timeliness, honesty, integrity and thoroughness; quality and timely communications with others internal and external to the organization; maintain and comply with all GLITC policies and procedures; maintain confidential business and Tribal information; stay current in field and utilize that information where practical. Demonstrate a friendly and helpful approach to internal and external customers; Required: Bachelor's degree or higher in public health, health sciences, social sciences, research administration, healthcare administration, regulatory affairs, or a related field. 6-10 years of experience working directly with a Tribal community, Tribal IRB or health organization, Tribal research program, IRB administration, research compliance, human subjects research, research administration or relevant related field; Knowledge of ethical principles and regulatory requirements governing research involving human participants; knowledge of Tribal sovereignty and the unique considerations involved in research with Tribal Nations and Indigenous communities.

This is a full-time exempt opportunity, working Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Headquarters office, Lac du Flambeau, WI; If you are housed in an office other than Lac du Flambeau, the expectation is that you will travel to Lac du Flambeau once per month, with the number of days traveled to be negotiated with your manager. Annual/Personal Leave and Holiday Pay; Health, Dental, Life & AD&D, STD and LTD Insurance, FSA and 401(k) Retirement Plan. Preferred method is to apply from the Employment page of our website.

It is the policy of GLITC to provide employment, compensation and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications of the job applied for, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law. As an equal opportunity employer, GLITC intends to comply fully with all federal and state laws and the information requested on this application will not be used for any purpose prohibited by law.