Institutional Review Board Coordinator

Job Title

Institutional Review Board Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Research and Innovation

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Institutional Review Board Coordinator, under general supervision, coordinates, provides support, and oversees the review and approval process of all research activities involving human subjects to protect their safety, rights, and welfare in compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations for the Human Subjects Research Protections Program.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Protocol Review: 50%

• Serve as research compliance subject matter expert for the Human Subjects Research Protections Program (HRPP).
• Processing protocols, including performing extensive pre-review, guided by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reviewer checklists.
• Making independent determinations as to whether a protocol is human subjects research requiring IRB review or is exempt from IRB review.
• Reviewing and evaluating incoming applications for completeness and potential concerns before forwarding to the IRB.
• Providing guidance to researchers throughout the review process, including one-on-one consults to deliver timely and accurate advice.
• Developing and maintaining templates to assist researchers with study submissions to the IRB.

 

IRB Administration: 30%

• Provide administrative support to the IRB. Responsible for committee management including onboarding board members, updating rosters, scheduling meetings, and managing meeting agendas and minutes.
• Maintain registrations for the IRB.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with required protocols, laws, and IRB regulations.
• Ensure and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Manage the review cycle within the protocol management software system.

 

Compliance Support: 20%

• Perform routine and for-cause monitoring of protocols, ensuring research activities are conducted as approved. Assist in reviews related to potential non-compliance and adverse incidents.
• Coordinate the development and delivery of educational training programs on IRB compliance for the campus community.
• Regularly look for ways to improve the research compliance program and inform unit and division quality improvement initiatives. Present ideas to the Director of Research Compliance.
• Provide staff back-up support for other committees, including the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) years experience in research compliance, the legal field, or similar background.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Self-motivated individual with ability to prioritize incoming submissions and workload to meet nationally accepted review time metrics based on a variety of factors such as continuing review expiration dates, the level of review a submission may receive, and upcoming IRB meeting datesAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to interpret research data from various internal and external sources and synthesize results
• Ability to interpret auditor and customer requirements and convert those needs into corrective actions
• Team oriented problem solver who takes ownership of their work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• High level of articulation and professionalism

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Critical thinking and proactive problem solving

• Ability to take initiative and identify opportunities for improvement

• Ability to either work in a team environment or independently with minimal guidance
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks, resources, and time
• Ability to conduct training programs
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to develop relationships to liaison effectively between researchers and the committee.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree.
• Three (3) years of related experience with one (1) year of demonstrated experience in quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience working with Cayuse research compliance software.
• Preference given to applicants with experience working in research compliance administration.
• Experience reviewing social and behavioral studies, including education studies involving children, FERPA, and PPRA.
• Certified IRB Professional (CIP).

SALARY: Commensurate (Dependent on experience and education)

NOTE:

• This position has the opportunity for flexible work arrangement.
• Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness
• Book scholarships
• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.