The Institutional Review Board (IRB) is a federally mandated committee for institutions involved in research with human participants; it serves as a screening unit to review, evaluate, and make recommendations relative to research proposals that utilize human subjects.

Under broad supervision and guidance from a faculty administrator, the IRB specialist is responsible for a complex range of activities for the Office of Research Services including, but not limited to:

• Conducting pre-reviews of submissions to the IRB, including new protocols, continuing reviews, modifications, and unanticipated problems
• Attending IRB meetings and providing support to the IRB Chair and IRB Members, including writing and editing minutes of meetings
• Conducting quality control functions and post-approval monitoring
• Delivering relevant education programs
• Optimizing and streamlining departmental processes
• Supervising and training IRB Coordinators and student helpers

The incumbent also ensures compliance with federal regulations involving both Public Health Service and the Food & Drug Administration.

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including:

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Generous annual and sick leave
• 14 paid holidays per year
• An employee health primary care clinic

See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans – Benefits

Other employee benefits include:

• A full-service credit union
• Wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses
• Employee assistance program
• Campus assistance program
• Pet insurance option

More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits