Research Review Coordinator

The Research Review Coordinator (RRC) works as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the auspices of the University of Pittsburgh Institutional Review Board. The Research Review Coordinator is responsible for maintaining a current working knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to the responsible conduct of human subjects research, along with ensuring compliance with University of Pittsburgh policies and procedures.

The Research Review Coordinator will conduct a thorough review of exempt and expedited studies and will complete all necessary documentation in the online submission database. When appropriate, the RRC may facilitate discussions with principal investigators and research coordinators to ensure that risks to human subjects are minimized and that research is conducted in accordance with federal and state regulations and university policies and procedures.

The RRC will also be responsible for independent review of minimal risk studies and will complete all necessary documentation in the online submission database.

As part of a service-oriented outreach program, the RRC will provide consultation and training to members of the research community at large and provide on-site education to University groups upon request.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for this position, as the RRC must personally and electronically communicate with members of the research community on a regular basis.

This position is open to a flexible work arrangement which includes in-office and hybrid options.