Cures Start Here. At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home to three Nobel laureates, interdisciplinary teams of world-renowned scientists seek new and innovative ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Fred Hutchs pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation led to the development of immunotherapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to treat cancer with minimal side effects. An independent, nonprofit research institute based in Seattle, Fred Hutch houses the nations first and largest cancer prevention research program, as well as the clinical coordinating center of the Womens Health Initiative and the international headquarters of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network. Careers Start Here. The Institutional Review Board (IRB) Analyst is an advocate for the protection, rights, and dignity of people who are part of research studies at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Critical results for this position include: - Comprehensive analysis of research studies for compliance with regulations, guidelines, and institutional policies.
- Efficient review, processing support, and documentation for all submissions.
- Respectful, collaborative relationship with all stakeholders.
Comprehensive analysis of research studies for compliance with regulations, guidelines, and institutional policies - Analyze submissions for completeness and compliance, using screening forms, historical records, and other resources.
- Gather additional data as necessary from researchers, study staff, and others.
- Advise researchers of submission problems and suggest solutions.
- Advise and provide input to IRB Chairs and other stakeholders regarding regulations, rules and intent, and compliance options.
Efficient review, processing support, and documentation for all submissions - Develop agendas for, attend, and provide input at monthly and emergency IRB meetings.
- Compose and internally route result letters that relay committee requests to investigators.
- Perform reviews of study documents for completeness and consistency across study documents.
- Serve as back-up to Senior IRB Analyst by composing minutes for Full Review agendas (as needed).
Respectful, collaborative relationships with all stakeholders - Respond to IRB related questions and concerns initiated by stakeholders.
- Serve as liaison between the Institutional Review Office (IRO) and research study staff by exchanging information as part of the day-to-day processing of submissions.
- Share information with colleagues for group and individual learning within the IRO.
- Provide advice and support to the IRB Chairs and stakeholders.
Minimum qualifications: - Bachelors degree; and either two years Institutional Review/Human Subjects experience ORfour years Fred Hutch experience in administrative support to research projects/grants; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Working knowledge of federal regulations applying to IRBs, including 21 CFR 50 and 56, and 45 CFR 46
- Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail required
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in word processing and previous experience with MS Office programs (MS Word, Access, Excel) required
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Must be able to read a physical document
Preferred qualifications: - Prior experience as an IRB Analyst
- Certified IRB Professional (CIP)
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