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Type of Position: Management - Operations
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department: RESH | Research Inst Review Board
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Summary of Job Duties: The IRB Administrator II processes submissions of human subject research studies, manages IRB meetings and IRB reviewer attendance, and supports the overall functioning of the IRB office. This position plays a pivotal role as a primary contact between the research community and the IRB. The incumbent provides advice to researchers, helps researchers navigate the IRB's e-system, handles queries to the office, and ensures queries and studies are routed and processed correctly. This position also participates in some research reviews.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree plus 4 years experience in human subject research, research administration, or office administration.
- CRS certificate (a UAMS-specific credential) at hire or within 18 months of hire.
- Special knowledge, abilities and skills:
- Experience working with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Experience with Zoom
- Excellent analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organization skills required and the ability to lead, teach, and motivate others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Science, research, or Health related background preferred.
- Experience with scientific writing and an understanding of the elements of a clinical research protocol.
- CRS or equivalent certification preferred at hire.
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
- Coordinates communication between the office staff and researchers as a contact for phone calls and the IRB questions e-mail inbox. Provides assistance to the research community with various aspects of navigating the research system.
- IRB Meeting Administration – Coordinates reviewer attendance at the IRB meetings and ensures quorum is met. Manages IRB meetings in the electronic IRB system. The IRB Administrator will have sufficient experience to draft notes that describe the IRB's concerns correctly. Assists in recording the official minutes of the IRB meeting, with sufficient detail to meet regulatory, institutional, and accrediting agency requirements. Train other staff members on these processes.
- Assesses IRB new submissions, modifications, continuing reviews and human subject determinations to determine appropriate prioritization, and routing and follow-up. Assigns study reviews in CLARA, requiring ability to make determinations about appropriate routing. Provides guidance to research community.
- Review and process IRB submissions as appropriate.
- Actively pursue professional development opportunities, both internal and external, to maintain current knowledge about regulations, policies, accreditation standards, and best practices related to human subject research and develop and maintain relevant skills, e.g. public speaking.
- Propose improvements to office and HRPP processes to better serve the UAMS/AC research community and to support a high-functioning HRPP. Support innovations proposed by others.
- Other duties as assigned demonstrating initiative, enthusiasm, positive attitude, teamwork, integrity and commitment to the mission of the division and the department by providing assistance and support as needed and where directed.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity: Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity: Talking
Occasional Physical Activity: Hearing, Walking
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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