• Research Compliance Specialist

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Research Compliance Specialist

    How to Apply

    A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

    Job Summary

    This term-limited position is in the Health Sciences and Behavioral Sciences Institutional Review Board (IRB-HSBS), a unit of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) within the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR). This position is funded through June 30, 2026 with the potential to be extended. IRB-HSBS is responsible for protecting the rights and welfare of human subjects participating in research conducted by faculty, staff, and students affiliated with the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint Campuses. The Research Compliance Specialist Intermediate will be responsible for conducting administrative and regulatory reviews of applications for research with human subjects submitted to the IRB-HSBS for assigned schools and colleges and will also serve as the IRB liaison with those units. This is a hybrid position (includes both remote and in-office work hours) that reports to the IRB-HSBS Director.

    Responsibilities*

    Perform detailed administrative and regulatory review of applications for research with human subjects submitted to the IRB-HSBS via the eResearch Regulatory Management system.

     

    Assess study protocols and accompanying documentation for completeness and clarity as well as for compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and policies.

     

    Interpret and apply regulations, guidelines, and policies related to the conduct of research with human subjects.

     

    Contact principal investigators to resolve inconsistencies and/or clarify information prior to IRB-HSBS review.

     

    Respond to questions from investigators about the IRB application process and human subject protection regulations.

     

    Prepare regulatory checklists and assign applications to reviewers.

     

    Independently make exempt IRB determinations.

     

    Independently conduct IRB expedited reviews for some protocol amendments and continuing reviews.

     

    Record IRB-HSBS decisions in eResearch and communicate regulatory determinations to principal investigators.

     

    Participate in educational activities for the research community, including "IRB-on-the-Road."

     

    May also include support for the convened IRB-HSBS boards, such as agenda preparation and dissemination, note-taking at board meetings, meeting setup, and other activities.

     

    Special projects and other duties as assigned.

    Required Qualifications*

    Bachelor's degree in health or behavioral science field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

     

    Three to five years of human subjects research and/or Institutional Review Board (IRB) experience as well as knowledge of federal human subject protection regulations (45 CFR 46).

     

    Detail-oriented individual who is able to prioritize multiple time-sensitive tasks.

     

    Excellent communication skills.

     

    Proficient with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

    Desired Qualifications*

    Familiarity with the U-M eResearch Regulatory Management system.

     

    Knowledge of social, behavioral, educational, or health sciences research methodologies.

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Additional Information

     

    This term-limited position is funded through June 30, 2026 with the potential to be extended.

     

    Background Screening

     

    The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    269147

     

    Working Title

     

    Research Compliance Specialist

     

    Job Title

     

    Research Compliance Spec Inter

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Hybrid

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Umor Rsrch Pol&Compl

     

    Department

    OVPR-IRB

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    9/29/2025 - 10/20/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $60,000.00 - $68,000.00

     

    Career Interest

     

    Research