Job Description

Overview

Do you have a passion for ensuring the highest ethical standards in human subjects research? Ripple Effect is looking for a Human Subjects Research, Research Analyst with regulatory and oversight experience in biomedical human subjects research to support the client’s compliance assurance program at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In this role you will provide high-level research administration support to report human subjects research recommendations to executive management. You will work with senior scientists as part of a Human Research Protection Group (HRPG) team.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We offer a diverse and engaging work environment, with a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle.

General Information

• Job Code: SHR-RA-03
• Location: DC Metro Area
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
• Telework: Partial
• Travel Required: Ad Hoc at discretion of Client
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Citizenship: United States Required by Government Contract
• Number of Openings: 1
• Salary Range: $82,858.00 - $84,500.00 per year

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews and evaluations of various human subjects research protocol submissions, including amendments/addenda, continuing review reports, protocol continuations under new awards, and final study reports.
• Provide real-time assistance to the development and review of DHS-supported research protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with Federal, DHS, state, local, and other human subjects protection regulations and guidelines.
• Provide regulatory-based written reviews using standardized checklists, identifying deficiencies and areas of noncompliance in protocol submissions.
• Support DHS HRPG Lead Analyst and relevant federal staff analyze complex problems regarding regulatory and ethical issues and provide administrative support for reporting recommendations to executive management.
• Actively manage and update protocol files and information management systems related to protocol review.

Minimum Education and Experience

• MA/MS in a life science, biomedical, or related field
• 4 years of relevant professional experience

Basic Requirements

• Experience applying laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing human subjects research and cadaver use in research involving human subjects.
• Experience in making regulatory review recommendations to address deficiencies or noncompliance in human research conduct with prior professional experience relating to quality control and/or quality assurance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work well with various individuals and collaborate across teams in a dynamic and diverse research enterprise.
• Ability to prioritize among multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, relying on own resources and initiative.
• Strong skills in using MS Office software and shared workspaces such as SharePoint and OneDrive
• Must work effectively in a team environment.

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what makes Ripple so great check out our capabilities.

Skills That Set You Apart

• Relevant certifications, e.g., CIP, SOCRA, etc.
• CITI training in accordance with local IRB policy
• Experience in either serving on or the administration of an IRB
• Experience as a government contractor, supporting biomedical or health research programs within DHS or other federal systems.
• Ability to travel locally, regionally, and/or nationally.

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply!

About Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains.

Hiring Process | Life at Ripple

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.

Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.

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