Associate Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Administrator jobs in United States
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Brown University · 4 days ago

Associate Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Administrator

Brown University is a leading research university known for its student-centered learning and impactful work. The Associate HRPP Administrator will manage the daily operations of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) and Institutional Review Board (IRB), serving as the primary contact for HRPP and overseeing protocol submissions and IRB meetings.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily administration and implementation of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) policies and procedures related to the conduct of human subjects research studies at Brown University, Lifespan, and Care New England
Serve as the primary point of contact for the HRPP
Manage the IRB inbox and work collaboratively and independently with faculty, staff, and students
Manage the intake and pre-review of protocol submissions in the electronic Huron system
Support IRB Committee meetings by preparing meeting agendas, materials, and managing meeting attendance
Work closely with HRPP staff and IRB members and assist on special projects, as needed

Qualification

Human Research Protection ProgramInstitutional Review BoardResearch complianceElectronic submission systemsFederal regulationsMultitaskingInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of related experience or Associate's degree and 2+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge and practical application of current federal and State regulations regarding human subjects research and ethical principles, Institutional policies, and integrated HRPP SOPs
Ability to handle confidential documents and sensitive information
Experience with high volumes and rigid deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Ability to multitask and prioritize workloads
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and use judgment and discretion in potentially controversial matters
Ability to work with limited supervision and also serve as a strong team member
Participation in continuing education and national and/or regional organizations devoted to promoting research ethics and the protection of human subjects
Proficiency in the electronic IRB submission system, Microsoft Office applications, Google platforms, Adobe and other commonly used software
Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment

Preferred

Experience working in an academic or hospital/clinical research setting
At least 1 year of related experience working in a research compliance setting, either in administration or conducting research
Awareness of federal regulations protecting human subjects
Experience with electronic submission systems

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance
Summer hours
Winter break
Comprehensive Benefits package
Time off
Annual paid holidays
Health
Dental
Vision
Tuition assistance
Retirement
Wellness
Employee discounts

Company

Brown University

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Brown University is an Ivy League research university that provides undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a sub-organization of Brown University Health.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$860.76M
Key Investors
RI Life Science HubNASADepartment of Energy & Environment
2025-07-28Debt Financing· $500M
2025-04-11Debt Financing· $300M
2024-08-08Grant· $0.01M

Leadership Team

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Diane Lipscombe
Professor of Neuroscience
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Jane Dietze
Chief Investment Officer
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