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The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking a qualified candidate with administrative and leadership skills and an interest in understanding the policies, procedures and ethical issues concerning the protection of human subjects in research studies, to serve as a Protocol Analyst in the Institutional Review Board (IRB) department. The incumbent will report to the IRB Director and will provide regulatory, analytical, and technical support to the IRB office, the IRB, and Institute investigators

Applicants must have strong analytical, time management and multi-tasking skills, superior written and oral communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently, prioritize work and organize and manage a complex workload and demonstrated ability with computers and contemporary software packages

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities include evaluating research proposals and associated documents to ensure completeness and compliance with appropriate federal, state, institutional policies, and IRB guidelines. The protocol analyst will manage and coordinate components of the review process, attend IRB meetings and assist in the preparation of minutes and post meeting communications with researchers, compose clear and concise and detailed correspondence with investigators. The incumbent will provide guidance to and assist in educating the NYSPI research community with regard to IRB policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements. The analyst will participate in research compliance and Good Clinical Practice monitoring activities, and other human research related functions and projects as assigned. The individual will be expected to remain current with human research protections regulations including FDA regulations and attend conferences and educational workshops, webinars, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Master's degree and two years of professional experience serving as a member of a research team conducting research or other experience working in an academic medical center or medical school.

-2 years of experience and knowledge related to IRB issues and human subjects research protections.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Certification as an IRB Professional (CIP) is highly desired or will be required once eligible.

-Prior experience in an IRB is not required but applicants should have a broad ability to understand medical and research activities and applying relevant federal, state, and local laws and policies. A combination of education and experience will be considered.