Current Employees If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category Academic Staff Employment Type Regular Job Profile IRB Analyst I Job Summary The University of Wisconsin-Madison Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) is responsible for providing financial and administrative assistance for 17 research centers, including research administration. The OVCR also administers a wide array of Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) sponsored research programs on campus. The Institutional Review Boards (IRB) Office is located within the University of Wisconsin Madison Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) and oversees human participant research conducted at UW-Madison. The IRBs review biomedical and health sciences research projects, as well as education and social behavioral research projects to ensure that it meets ethical principles and complies with federal regulations, state laws, and university policies. The office works closely with a variety of constituencies including researchers, IRB members, regulatory support staff, post-approval monitoring groups, and offices across campus that support the research community. The successful candidate for this position will use their strong critical thinking skills and independent judgment to conduct pre-review of human subject research submissions, as well as act as a liaison between IRB members and researchers to resolve issues identified during the review process. The candidate will also conduct outreach and educational activities performed by the IRB Office and provide support for members of the research community by telephone, email, and in-person or virtual consultations. Key Job Responsibilities IRB Analyst I/II Issues compliance notifications and provides education and resources to inquiring entities. May contribute to education and training initiatives to campus stakeholder groups - 25%/15% IRB Analyst II Serves as a subject matter expert for campus regarding research administration in a specific compliance program and may provide compliance administrative support for committees - 15% IRB Analyst II Participates in unit and/or institutional committees - 10% IRB Analyst I/II Analyzes compliance applications to assists faculty, researchers, administrative staff, compliance committees, and others to ensure institutional compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, guidelines, and policies - 40%/35% IRB Analyst II Develops, implements, and evaluates policies and procedures related to compliance with federal, state, local, and/or university regulations - 10% IRB Analyst I Serves as a key resource for campus regarding research administration in a specific compliance program - 10% IRB Analyst I/II Creates, maintains, and submits communication materials, and other compliance documents in accordance with established programmatic needs, laws, and regulations - 25%/15% Department Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), Institutional Review Boards (IRB) Office Compensation The minimum annual salary for this position is $62,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Learn more at https//hr.wisc.edu/benefits/. Required Qualifications -- Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. -- Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multitask with attention to details. -- Demonstrate independent work initiative and personal accountability, as well as, the ability to work as part of a team. -- Proficiency with computer applications including MS Word and Excel. -- To qualify for Analyst I 0-2 years previous experience working in an IRB Office or commensurate experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become a competent submissions specialist. -- To qualify for Analyst II At least 2-5 years previous experience working in an IRB Office or commensurate experience that suggests minimum training required to become a competent submissions specialist. Expected to have a good understanding of institutional policies and guidelines, as well as federal regulations that govern human subjects research. Preferred Qualifications -- Experience with clinical, social/behavioral, education research and Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations, policies and guidelines. -- Familiarity with one or more electronic review systems to manage IRB applications. -- Relevant work experience, such as working for an IRB, as a regulatory specialist, or study coordinator for human subjects research studies. -- Knowledge of clinical, social/behavioral, education research and Institutional Review Board (IRB) regul Apply To This Job