Associate, HSPP

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate, HSPP performs skilled assessments of regulatory determinations and institutional requirements for minimal-risk human research protocols. The role reviews and prepares materials, documents determinations, and communicates decisions to research teams. It also supports IRB meeting preparation, records IRB actions in eIRB, and contributes to special projects related to data integrity.

The position is in the Human Subjects Protection Program at the University of Arizona in Tucson. The role supports the research community through protocol review, database maintenance, outreach, training, and responses to questions. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional-level experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Close attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proficiency with Huron/eIRB.
• Ability to learn quickly and master complex processes.

Responsibilities

• Review new minimal-risk requests for consistency, completeness, adherence to federal and local policy, and appropriate categorization under federal regulations.
• Contact investigators and research staff through eIRB to obtain clarifications, corrections, or modifications to study documents before Chair review.
• Notify investigators and research staff when approval is granted and send approval documentation and newly approved consent instruments to the PI.
• Suggest edits to clarify information or ensure required details are included for IRB review.
• Update the eIRB database according to the manual and participate in database testing and data cleanup when requested.
• Participate in outreach and training activities with the IRB and research community, including developing training materials and conducting educational sessions.
• Assist the research community with questions received through the departmental email account.
• Support IRB meeting preparation, document IRB actions in eIRB, and work on special projects related to data integrity.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition reduction at the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University for the employee and qualified family members.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities.
• Work-life programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level