*Assistant Director of Human Research Participant Protection

Posted: Friday, 08 August 2025
Valid Thru: Sunday, 07 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/08/2025 14:20:12
Indexed on: 08/08/2025 14:20:12

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, 73101, US

Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 11-0000.00 - Management
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

University of Oklahoma is hiring!

Description:

Come be a part of Oklahoma’s premier research university, leading the state in education, innovation, and career opportunities. The University of Oklahoma is proud to be one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation housing seven professional colleges — and we’re looking for passionate leaders to join us in protecting the rights and welfare of human research participants.

We're currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant Director of Human Research Participant Protection to join our expanding team at OU Health Sciences in Oklahoma City.

About the role:

We’re looking for an experienced manager who will evaluate and enhance the operations of OU’s Human Research Protection Program (HRPP). You’ll oversee the Institutional Review Boards (IRB) and ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, institutional policies, and AAHRPP standards.

Reporting to the Director of Human Research Participant Protection, this role involves regulatory compliance, education and training, operational oversight, and policy development — all essential to our mission of protecting human subjects in research.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise team of IRB Administrators and ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.
  • Provide training, consultations, and guidance to faculty and research staff on human subject protections.
  • Support the development and implementation of IRB policies, education and quality improvement programs, and the IRB electronic submission system (iRIS).
  • Reviewing meeting minutes for regulatory compliance/adherence to AAHRPP standards.
  • Full a full job description, please click here.

If you're a passionate leader with expertise in IRB operations and regulatory compliance, we want to hear from you! This is your opportunity to make a real difference — protecting research participants and advancing discoveries that improve human health. Please prepare your resume and cover letter and click "Apply Online" above. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree, AND
  • 48 months' experience directly related to human participant research, IRB, or clinical research.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 96 months of related experience.

Certifications:

  • Certified IRB Professional (CIP) Exam Eligibility will be required after 24 months of service.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Benefits:

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