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The University of Pittsburgh's Human Engineering Research Laboratories in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks an Assistant Director for Clinical and Regulatory Affairs. This position provides oversight to a team of research coordinators ensuring compliance with the University and VAPHS Institutional Review Boards (IRB) policies and procedures. Will also: (i) oversee IRB submissions, renewals, audits, data management, and study conduct; (ii) coordinate multiple clinical research studies and maintenance of a research registry related to wheelchairs and assistive technology; and (iii) review grant submissions to ensure that appropriate funds are budgeted based on scope of work proposed; (iv) ensure study feasibility for preparation of scientific proposal; and (v) develop data safety and management plans to ensure the safety of study participants.
This is an in-person office-based position.
Must have a bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Bioengineering, Rehabilitation Science, or a related field plus five (5) years of post-baccalaureate and progressively responsible experience in a related position.
Experience must include three (3) years with Institutional Review Board and data management/security procedures in a research setting.
Must be eligible for WOC employment through the VAPHS.
Must also have any experience with or knowledge of: (i) Redcap/Qualtrics and MS Office Professional programs, including Word, Excel, Project, Access and Power Point; (ii) database management systems to provide regulatory oversight of research studies; (iii) Good Clinical Practices; (iv) research design and methodology; (v) Project management; (vi) human subject research regulations (vii) best practices in research participation specific to individuals with mobility impairments; (viii) assistive technologies and engineering principles; and (ix) research data collection standards
Experience can be concurrent.
This is an in-person office-based position.
Apply at https://join.pitt.edu, #23001660. Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV, a letter describing leadership style, and at least three (3) letters of recommendation.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Must have a bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Bioengineering, Rehabilitation Science, or a related field plus five (5) years of post-baccalaureate and progressively responsible experience in a related position.
