• Director, Human Research Protection Program

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

    S4562P

    Home Org Name

     

    Human Research Protection Program

     

    Division Name

     

    VP for Research and Economic Dev

    Position Title

    Director, Human Research Protection Program

     

    Job Class Code

    HC66

    Appointment Status

     

    Full-time

     

    Part-time FTE

     

    Limited Term

     

    No

     

    Limited Term Length

    Job Summary

    This job may be eligible for remote work per university guidelines and policies.

     

    **Auburn University invites applications for the position of Director of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP )** . The individual in this role will provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the protection of human research participants and the University’s full compliance with all applicable international, federal, and state laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing human subjects research. The Director will also be responsible for maintaining the institution’s accreditation with the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP ) and for promoting a culture of research integrity and participant protection across the University.

     

    This job may be eligible for remote work per university guidelines and policies.

    Essential Functions

    + Manages the day-to-day operations of theHRPP office, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with international, federal, state, and university regulations and ethical principles.

    + Leads the operational activities of the Institutional Review Board (IRB ), including maintaining Association for the Accreditation of Human Research protection Programs, Inc. (AAHRPP ) accreditation standards for approval time and compliance which includes annual reporting and reaccreditation activities.

    + Oversees updates to theHRPP Toolkit including development of and/or editing forms, applications, and instructions. Disseminates information about changes to the institution’s community to ensure uninterrupted compliance.

    + Negotiates and upholds the Federal wide Assurance and cooperative agreements to ensure adherence to federal regulations.

    + Serves as liaison with federal officials and national organizations.

    + Provides leadership and guidance to the Institutional Official,IRB chairs, and the research community to ensure compliance with federal regulations prioritizing the protection of human subjects.

    + Represents the institution’sHRPP and educates diverse audiences on the importance and application ofIRB policies and procedures.

    + Continuously evaluates the current state of research and develops a strategic plan to support future growth in human subject research protection. This includes assessing resource and full-time equivalent (FTE ) needs, programmatic requirements, and essential compliance initiatives.

    + Ensures effective management and reporting of noncompliance issues and facilitates communication with principal investigators and research teams regarding corrective actions.

     

    Why Work at Auburn?

     

    + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

    + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

    + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

    + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

    + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

     

    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience in Human Research Protections Programs, with 5 years of supervisory or management experience.

     

    Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

     

    Minimum Skills and Abilities

     

    Minimum Technology Skills

     

    Minimum License and Certifications

    Desired Qualifications

    Desired Qualifications

    + Higher Education experience

    + CIP – Certified Institutional Review Board (IRB ) Professional

    + CertifiedIRB Professional (CIP )

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Salary Range

     

    $96,190 - $182,760

     

    Job Category

     

    Research

     

    Working Hours if Non-Traditional

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    Alabama

     

    List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

     

    Posting Date

     

    07/03/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    01/12/2026

     

    Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

     

    It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/50287

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    2. Cover Letter

     

    Optional Documents