IRB Coordinator – Part‑time Analyst

About the role

The Institutional Review Board at Louisiana State University is seeking a part‑time IRB Coordinator to support ethical review and oversight of human subjects research. This on‑site position in Baton Rouge will assist investigators with protocol submissions, regulatory guidance, and compliance activities.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct administrative and regulatory pre‑reviews of IRB submissions, ensuring completeness and compliance.
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and student researchers on IRB processes and applicable regulations.
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and detailed minutes for IRB sessions.
• Support coordination of single IRB reliance agreements and track data use agreements for multi‑site studies.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the Common Rule, HIPAA, and institutional policies.
• Contribute to IRB guidance documents, website content, and training resources.
• Participate in internal audits and quality‑improvement activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, biomedical sciences, research administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic understanding of human subjects research protections and regulations such as the Common Rule and HIPAA.
• Experience reviewing research protocols or providing regulatory support is preferred.

Required skills