The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Human Research Protections Office (HRPO) is seeking a highly motivated, knowledgeable, goal-driven professional with outstanding communication skills to join our team as the IRB Outreach Specialist. The selected candidate will provide in-person support to the research community, HRPO staff, and committee members based on knowledge of ethical principles, federal regulations, and state and local regulations/guidelines that govern human subjects research.
The institution's Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) is a comprehensive AAHRPP-accredited program that protects the rights and welfare of human research participants. The Human Research Protections Office supports three Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and promotes ethical and scientifically sound research through guidance, education, and oversight.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:
1. Provide in-person support to assist researchers and staff in developing review-ready applications and follow-on submissions and in understanding and complying with regulations and policy.
2. Respond to phone calls and provide guidance to investigators and research staff.
3. Coordinate with senior staff to identify opportunities for staff, investigator, and committee training.
4. Develop processes ensuring new investigators and those without professional research support have access to knowledgeable guidance.
5. Train and support development of staff, HRRC members, and the research community.
6. On-board new HRRC members.
7. Plan and lead the annual educational event Research University.
See the Position Description for additional information.
