Human & Animal Subjects Research Specialist

Do you have a passion for ensuring the highest ethical standards in human-use research? Are you excited to support the government and clinical researchers in ensuring safe and effective research protocols?  

Ripple Effect is looking for a Human and Animal Subjects Research Analyst (HSR/ASR) with 7 years of experience to support our client’s mission by advising on areas of human and animal subjects’ research activities for ARPA-H’s biomedical research portfolio. Working with ARPA-H, you will combine your scientific knowledge and experiences to help advance scientific ethical research practices.  

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

General Information 

• Job Code: SHR-RA-04T 
• Location: Washington, D.C.
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
• Telework: Hybrid
• Travel: Occasionally to DC or for site visits
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Number of Openings: Multiple
• Salary Range: $70,000 to $130,000 (how we pay and promote) 

Responsibilities 

• Act as consultant on analytical, consulting, or assessment processes in support of technical, business, and administrative issues related to HSR/ASR activities at ARPA-H. 
• Develop policies, procedures, guidelines, and other materials to ensure compliance with regulations pertaining to human and animal subjects regulations.
• Support the development and implementation of effective mechanisms to communicate and interpret these regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Provide initial review on a portfolio of protocols, including determinations of not research, research not involving human subjects, exempt research, and non-exempt research.
• Work with investigators to make updates/revisions to bring protocols in compliance as needed.  
• Advise client on optimal approaches to implementation of human subjects and privacy related policies and regulations.
• Develop resources and conduct trainings to build HSR/ASR knowledge and capacity internally at ARPA-H and with relevant stakeholders. 

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• Masters Degree in a related field (or bachelor’s degree and additional 2 years of experience) 
• 7 years of experience 
• Including at least 2 years of IRB or IACUC or related regulatory experience 

Basic Requirements 

• Knowledge and understanding of the management and conduct of human and/or animal subjects’ research (including clinical trials), including knowledge of IRBs/IACUCs, privacy protection regulations and certificates of confidentiality. 
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate computer records and maintain/update data in computer-based applications/databases
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with researchers, research staff, and IRB/IACUC members on matters of research compliance and ethical human research practices.
• Ability to work productively in Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations  

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 it takes to become a Rippler here. 

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Relevant certifications, e.g., CIP, SOCRA, etc. 
• CITI training in accordance with local IRB policy 
• Experience with ARPA programs or NIH, particularly extramural research programs 
• Experience as a government contractor, supporting biomedical or health research programs 

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, policy & program management, digital transformation, and strategic staffing solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

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Benefits

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. 

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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, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. 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 at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.