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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU’s commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university’s leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Under delegated authority from the Chancellor of East Carolina University, the Senior Vice Provost for Research and Innovation is accountable to the Federal government and other regulatory agencies for protection of humans who are the subject of any research by investigators within East Carolina University. The University and Medical Center Institutional Review Board (UMCIRB) is the entity which oversees all human subject research, under delegated authority from the C Senior Vice Provost for Research and Innovation. The UMCIRB reviews human research plans from all across ECU’s campus, the ECU Health system and has affiliations with other entities to conduct their reviews. Such research includes clinical or patient-related research, including clinical trials. It also includes surveys and other types of research using human subjects, such as research conducted with children by the College of Education; psychological research involving adults and children; and all other types of human research throughout the university.

The UMCIRB’s mission is critical to the university and local investigators because it: (1) protects the rights and interests of human subjects involved in research; (2) protects the university and researchers by ensuring its review function is in compliance with regulatory requirements; and (3) advises investigators in navigating the regulatory and compliance requirements that direct their research plans.

The primary purpose of the Analyst for the Institutional Review Board (IRB) is to support the overall administration of the human research review and approval process, providing high-level support and guidance to investigators and other stakeholders, and streamlining IRB processes. Through these activities, the Analyst for the Institutional Review Board helps ensure that the University’s human research activities are in compliance with institutional SOPs and international, federal, state, and local rules and regulations, and the ethical principles regarding the involvement of humans in research to protect their safety, rights, and welfare.

The Analyst for the Institutional Review Board will be responsible for screening and processing human research applications in accordance with human research related regulations, rules, and policies. This position will aid all customers and will analyze and interpret complex regulations, rules, and guidance related to human research in order to serve as a process expert. The Analyst for the Institutional Review Board will effectively communicate, both written and verbally, and serve as a dependable resource for a wide variety of customers. This position will also understand and support the technology required for conducting daily business.

This position requires interpretation of federal regulations and guidance and evaluating human research application received by the UMCIRB. The position will work closely with other staff, investigators with varying levels of experience, and administrative leaders to support the human research enterprise.

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

·Experience with electronic data management systems

·Experience with regulatory documents and interpretation of said documents and summarizing information to convey to relevant parties

·Experience in the development of standard operating practices and educational workshops & training

·Experience working in a university and/or research setting

·Certification as an IRB Professional (CIP); Clinical Research Professional (CCRP); or Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or eligibility to apply for certification

·Knowledge of biomedical research, social, behavioral or education research, data security and confidentiality, multi-site and collaborative research

·General knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH, FDA, OHRP, federal regulations related to human subjects’ research as well as the ethical principles in the Belmont Report

·Strong verbal and written communication skills and good customer service skills

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

2-3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.