Research Compliance Specialist

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, supports the facilitation of clinical research activities, collaborates with institutional staff and departments, and contributes to education and training initiatives. This position is housed within the Institutional Review Board (IRB) Office and reports to the IRB Associate Director. As an entry level role, the incumbent will learn and follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for IRB operations.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of clinical research principles, methodologies, and standard procedures.
• Exposure to or introductory experience with clinical trial coordination (coursework, internships, or volunteer experience acceptable).
• Familiarity with Federal, State, and Local research regulations, including HIPAA, with the ability to learn and apply compliance requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and exercise sound judgment in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exposure to or experience within a large, multi‑department or multi‑affiliate organization through internships, coursework, or previous roles.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, with a willingness to continue building knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable working with databases and digital tools.
• Associate’s degree in clinical research, research administration, or a related field; or a minimum of two (2) years of experience in research administration.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Responsibilities

• Reviews less complex IRB submissions with accuracy and attention to detail, assessing potential risks and identifying applicable regulatory and institutional policy requirements.
• Provides guidance to investigators, committee members, office personnel, and research staff on procedural requirements for submitting research materials to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Delivers educational information and resources to the research community to promote awareness of, and adherence to, human subject protection regulations and institutional policies.
• Assists in interpreting regulations and contributes to the development of guidance documents for use by staff and study teams.
• Responds to inquiries regarding the IRB application process and directs stakeholders to appropriate policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree