Clinical Research Regulatory Specialist I, College of Medicine, Internal Medicin

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Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The Department of Internal Medicine is hiring a Clinical Research Regulatory Specialist I who will manage all regulatory operations on assigned research studies. This will include coordinating and providing administrative support for clinical research regulatory activities and initiatives including reviewing documents, applications, and reports and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory frameworks. This position serves as a liaison for designated research protocols, programs or units with internal and external stakeholders such as IRBs, industry sponsors, contracting offices, and regulatory agencies. They will apply skills to a broad range of different types of studies, navigate resources, and identify issues needing escalation.

Position is primarily remote with some on-site requirements possible as needed.

This position is not eligible for H-1B (or J-1) sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and submits protocol specific documentation to regulatory agencies and internal or external stakeholders including: research protocols, informed consent forms, or other similar documents necessary for research start-up or maintenance or close-out.

• Serve as liaison for questions/issues for designated research protocols and performs submissions to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) including initial submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, reportable events, and/or closure.

• Address all regulatory issues involving research protocols; interpret, analyze and apply federal, state, and local regulations, along with University rules and regulations, to ensure ethical research practices are followed; report suspected or known instances of noncompliance with University or federal regulations.

• Maintains all regulatory documentation within existing systems (i.e., Complion) and secure document storage, including those that are complex in nature (e.g., procedural and interventional studies).

• Comprehends, interprets, and applies regulations and legislation regarding the protection of human subjects. These include regulations under federal policies, FDA, and other compliance agencies or directive.

• Assist with activities related to development and execution of research agreements relating to the conduct of research activities.

• Prepares for, coordinates, and actively participates in site visits; communicates effectively with sponsors and/or contract research organizations (CROs).

• Interacts with IRB and sponsor contacts with close supervision.

• Prepares and submits documentation to regulatory agencies with close supervision.

• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.

Required Experience

• 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• SOCRA or ACRP certification

• Experience with research and regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of clinical research, human subject research ethics and IRB procedures.

• Thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice guidelines, Code of Federal Regulations, clinical trials monitoring, and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in daily interactions with the ability to interpret and apply University of Cincinnati, UC Health policies and federal, state, and local regulations.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize, and prioritize work to meet deadlines.

• Competence in managing time effectively with the ability to work both independently and as a team.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at .

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