This Professional and Scientific position will be filled as either an IRB Education and Outreach Specialist (PRC1 / 3A), or Senior IRB Education and Outreach Specialist (PRC2 / 4A) based on candidate qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for, or indicate you want to be considered for both.

The Human Subjects Office (HSO) at the University of Iowa is seeking an Institutional Review Board (IRB) Education and Outreach Specialist, or Senior Specialist. This position will provide developmental and administrative assistance and expertise for the human subjects protection programs and services administered by the HSO. This position will also schedule, prepare, promote and present educational activities for the purpose of compliance with federal regulations, IRB requirements, and University of Iowa policies and procedures for the conduct of research involving human subjects. This position will require an on-campus presence for scheduled presentations, that may fall outsid e of normal business hours.

Position Status: Regular Full-Time

Work Modality: Hybrid within Iowa.

Hybrid within Iowa: This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement.

About the Human Subjects Office
The Human Subjects Office was established to provide administrative support for the HRPP\IRB Education and Outreach Program and the Compliance Monitoring Program. The HSO serves as a central hub for all other review and approval aspects.

Qualifications for Senior IRB Education and Outreach Specialist (PRC2-4A):

Education or Equivalency Required
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

· Experience (typically 3 years) conducting and/or monitoring research involving human participants, or in a related administrative role supporting human subject's research working with federal regulations.

· Demonstrates a working proficiency in the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

· Must be able to communicate effectively in written and oral presentations.

· Understands the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to process information with high levels of accuracy at a working level of proficiency.

· Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service at a working level of proficiency.

Desirable Qualifications

· Working knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in research.

· Technical experience with HawkIRB, data management system, or electronic workflow system.

· Working experience reviewing, editing, or submitting IRB applications for compliance with federal regulations.

· Reasonable (3-4 years) experience in public speaking, technical writing and/or providing verbal education/guidance.

· Certification as a Certified IRB Professional (CIP).

Qualifications for IRB Education and Outreach Specialist (PRC1-3A):

Education or Equivalency Required
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

· Experience (typically 6 months - 1 year) conducting and/or monitoring research involving human participants, or in a related administrative role supporting human subject's research working with federal regulations.

· Communicating for Effective Relationships: Demonstrates a working proficiency in ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborate manner, including strong writing, public speaking and presentation skills.

· Accuracy and Attention to detail: Understands the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to process information with high levels of accuracy at a working level of proficiency.

· Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service at a working level of proficiency.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Working knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in research.

Desirable Qualifications

· Working knowledge of federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in research.

· Technical experience with HawkIRB, data management system, or electronic workflow system.

· Working experience reviewing, editing, or submitting IRB applications for compliance with federal regulations.

· Certification as a Certified IRB Professional (CIP).

Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

· Cover Letter

· Resume

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)

This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work. Work arrangement options will be discussed during the hiring process.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.