<p>Utah Valley University invites applicants for the role of Office of Human Research Protections Coordinator-an essential position supporting the ethical and compliant conduct of research across the institution. This role plays a critical part in managing the technical, operational, and regulatory functions of the Institutional Review Board (IRB), ensuring that all human research activities align with federal regulations, institutional policies, and ethical standards. The Human Research Protection Coordinator conducts in-depth reviews of research protocols for accuracy and compliance, applying strong critical thinking and interpretive skills to support responsible research practices.</p> <p>Ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a passion for research ethics and compliance, this position offers the opportunity to mentor and guide faculty, students, and staff on research protocols and regulatory expectations. You'll work closely with the Director of the Office of Human Research Protections, contribute to educational programming, and serve as a trusted advisor in the university's commitment to protecting human subjects in research. Join a collaborative and mission-driven team at UVU, where your expertise supports innovation and integrity in academic research.</p> <ul> <li>Utilize training, policies, regulations, procedures, best practices, and other relevant resources to conduct the initial review of human research protocol applications, reviewing all amendments and determining the level of risk to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, IRB guidelines and institutional policies. Engage with required and recommended trainings regarding the protection of human participants in research. </li><li>Serve as a member of the Institutional Review Board for all actions requiring Full Board Review. Manages all details of review committee meetings. Prepares meeting agendas and materials, including making assignments to appropriate committee members and liaising between the designated members and research investigators to address and resolve concerns. Provides expert regulatory and ethical guidance during committee discussions to ensure appropriate review of research. Records ethical issues discussed and ensures accurate documentation of final committee determinations.  </li><li>Interprets and advises faculty, staff, and students with comprehensive guidance on regulatory and other relevant standards for the eventual review of research. Conducts individual research and seeks assistance where requirements or best practices are unclear. </li><li>Composes clear, concise, and detailed correspondence to principal investigators to ensure that committee concerns, questions, and rationale are appropriately communicated to researchers and other stakeholders regarding protocol reviews, OHRP policies, institutional policies, and federal regulatory frameworks which impact the review of research with human participants. Evaluate investigators' responses to determine if they are adequate or if additional information is needed.  </li><li>Represent the OHRP during outreach, education, or other functions as designated by the director. Organizes, develops, and administers comprehensive educational programs pertaining to human research protections and IRB review processes for IRB employees, board members, principal investigators, and research support staff. </li><li>Support the OHRP's compliance efforts as designated by the Director. </li><li>Develops and revises IRB office policies and procedures, forms and content of guidelines, and other materials posted on the IRB website. Assists in education on these materials for IRB staff and others. </li></ul> <p>Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of experience within a research enterprise.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>A master's degree and Certified IRB Professional (CIP) certification are preferred. Experience working in a human research protections office or related regulatory setting.Knowledge</p> <ul> <li> <p>Understanding of local, state, and federal rules and regulations regarding human subject research (i.e. the Belmont Report, the 2018 Common Rule, etc.) </p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of rules and regulations as they apply to exempt research, expedited research, and full-board review research, as well as inter-institutional collaborative agreements. </p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in training, research, and compliance. </p> </li><li> <p>Thorough understanding of what types of risks are relevant to psycho-social human subject research, including but not limited to data protection, AI, bio-medical, and behavioral.</p> </li></ul> <p>Skills</p> <ul> <li> <p>Demonstrated ability to interpret regulatory frameworks and apply them to unique factual scenarios (i.e. strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities). </p> </li><li> <p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coordinate with numerous personnel who are often under expeditious timelines and maintain positive working relationships with investigators while pursuing responses necessary for the approval of research protocols.  </p> </li><li> <p>Excellent organizational skills demonstrated through the ability to balance multiple ongoing assignments, including working as a team member with IRB staff to address overall review needs.</p> </li></ul> <p>Abilities</p> <ul> <li> <p>Ability to effectively multitask, meet deadlines, and provide timely responses.  </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to coordinate complex schedules and diverse needs. </p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated ability to manage tasks with minimal supervision. </p> </li><li> <p>Positive, collaborative attitude.  </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to follow verbal and written procedures and instructions. </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to foster positive and collaborative communications with researchers while pursuing the necessary communications to revise protocols.  </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information. </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor and poise. </p> </li><li> <p>Ability to adapt to changing environment, tools, and challenges.</p> </li></ul>