JOB SUMMARY: Coordinate review by Institutional Review Board of research proposals/protocols under which human subjects may be involved; compile protocol information, ensure compliance with federal regulations; support the activities of the Principal Investigator in accordance with federal, state, local, institutional, and any other appropriate guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Department/Unit Summary:
The division of pediatric infectious diseases features nationally and internationally-recognized leaders in vaccine development and vaccine safety, bacterial infections such as pertussis and staphylococcus aureus, viral infections such as influenza and coronaviruses (e.g. SARS), pediatric HIV/AIDS, global health, antimicrobial stewardship, and the care of children with compromised immune systems.
Why Choose Infectious Diseases Care at Children's Hospital?
Our team of ID physicians, nurses, and pharmacists is dedicated to providing the highest-quality care in a compassionate and patient-centered manner.
Our team is continually at the forefront of new and innovative developments in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pediatric infections.
Our team works closely with all other specialties within Children's Hospital to provide an individualized, multidisciplinary plan of care for your child.
Position Shift:
PRN / Non-Exempt Position
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* US News & World Report: #1 Adult Hospital in Tennessee and metropolitan Nashville, named to the Best Hospitals Honor Roll of the top 20 adult hospitals, 10 nationally ranked adult specialty programs, with 3 specialties rated in the top 10 nationally, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt named as one of the Best Children's Hospital in the nation, with 10 out of 10 pediatric specialties nationally ranked.
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* American Association for the Advancement of Science: The School of Medicine has 112 elected fellows
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate protocol and patient consent form process
Compile and analyze protocol information necessary to write IRB proposals and patient consent forms
Formulate, design, and revise research proposal forms which are to be completed by research investigators who intend to do research involving human subjects; serve as a resource to these investigators and others who are engaged in research and/or undergoing audits.
Write consent forms, conferring with PI and/or sponsor on language required. Ensure compliance with federal/IRB regulations
Ensure approval obtained from IRB as required
Review research proposals/protocols under which human subjects may be involved for conformity to university policy and Institutional Review Board requirements, and federal regulations.
Review proposals for completeness of preparation and presentation of adequate and appropriately related information
Ensure necessary forms, licenses, CVs, labs, are maintained and updated as required to meet regulatory guidelines
Contact sponsoring company if find error in protocol
Monitor accrual for study, ensuring compliance with protocol
Coordinate approval process with Committees
Communicate and coordinate with research investigators, monitors, IRB, and sponsors on requests for additional information and/or supportive documentation.
Ensure approvals obtained from Bio and Radiation Safety Committee and IRB Committee, and other regulatory committees, as required
Provide and maintain liaison with the university committee as the need arises; provide and maintain educational liaison with the investigators, PIs, and research analysts.
Manage and submit adverse effects forms to the IRB for approval, as required.
Compile annual reports for IRB on each research study. Provide new summary letter annually, as required.
Compose and submit Investigational New Drug Applications to the FDA for drugs needing FDA approval. Inform FDA of all revisions to the study and obtain IRB approval of revisions.
Maintain knowledge of federal regulations
Read various books, regulations, periodicals, and newspapers to keep informed
Attend conferences, seminars, symposiums, and classes
Perform administrative duties in support of the studies
Supervise clerical support staff to ensure that records and files are properly maintained and that the appropriate documentation is obtained when required
Maintain database to track protocols, NCI registration, amendment renewals, new submissions, approvals, INDs, outside safety reports, adverse event forms and other data necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Manage cooperative and NCI registration
Develop policies and procedures to support process
Train new staff on process
Position Qualifications:
Bachelors Diploma (or equivalent experience) and <1 years relevant experience
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