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University of Rochester

$21.78 - $30.53/hr

Coordinates the activities associated with human subject research. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Coordinates the administrative details required to initiate and conduct human subject research, including ...

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Coordinates human subject research activities, which may include multiple site human subject studies. May provide training on federal, state, sponsor and/or institutional regulations, policies and ...

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$61K - $85K/yr

Plans, directs, monitors and coordinates all phases of human subject research, which may include multi-site, community-based research or multiple therapeutic areas. Manages, designs, implements and ...

University of Rochester

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Oversees human subject research activities for single or multiple sites. Develops, implements, and evaluates study subject requirement strategies, information and data systems and study management ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director human subject research in the United States is $119,966.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Human Subject Research works closely with institutional review boards (IRBs) to ensure all studies involving human participants comply with ethical standards and regulatory requirements. They facilitate communication between IRBs and research teams, assist with protocol submissions, and help address any concerns related to participant safety or consent. This role often involves coordinating training sessions for staff, reviewing documentation, and troubleshooting compliance issues, fostering a collaborative environment focused on ethical research practices.

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To thrive as a Director of Human Subject Research, you need expertise in clinical research methodologies, regulatory compliance (such as IRB processes), and typically an advanced degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with research management software, electronic data capture systems, and certifications like CITI or GCP are commonly required. Strong leadership, ethical judgment, and effective communication skills set outstanding professionals apart in this position. These competencies are crucial for ensuring ethical, compliant, and efficient research that safeguards participant welfare and scientific integrity.

What does a director of human subject research do?

A Director of Human Subject Research oversees the ethical and regulatory aspects of research involving human participants. They ensure that studies comply with institutional, federal, and international guidelines to protect the rights and welfare of participants. Their responsibilities include supervising Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes, developing policies, training staff, and managing compliance with research protocols. The director also serves as a liaison between researchers, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to maintain high standards for research integrity.
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University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

$61K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400626 Psychiatry M&D Research
Work Shift:
Range:
UR URG 110
Compensation Range:
$61,000.00 - $85,400.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Manages and oversees the activities that establish, monitor and maintain human subject research, including responsibility for ensuring proper staff training. Plans, directs, monitors and coordinates all phases of human subject research, which may include multi-site, community-based research or multiple therapeutic areas. Manages, designs, implements and evaluates study changes. May supervise others up to two employees.
This position is lead prevention interventionist and project manager for multiple grants testing evidence-based programs (EVPs) that strengthen natural social networks in community settings. Preventing suicide, depression and substance use are focus areas of these EVPs. The position entails engaging community members and sites, coordinating and leading program implementation, and human subjects research to evaluate impact of these programs. Duties include recruiting sites, training of program implementers and supervising and monitoring program fidelity, independently implementing EVPs, liaising with site leadership, and interacting with research participants. May provide training on federal, state, sponsor and/or institutional regulations, policies and practices related to human subject research. May supervise others.
Responsibilities:
  • Overall Project Management: Lead site visits to community settings (overnight travel required) presenting to leadership, complete enrollment steps, and create project time-lines. Direct the activities of subordinate training and research staff; liaison between sites, study team, PI and University to monitor and maintain working relationships, positive communications and effective results with regard to program implementation and coordination of human subject studies.
  • Direct Evidence-Based Program Implementation: Develops and implements training curriculum to prepare Evidence-Based Program (EVP) implementers (school and UR trainer team) and trainer consultants. Delivers EVPs, conducts train-the-trainer preparation, and ongoing supervision and monitoring of trainer fidelity. Independently implement EVPs in multiple school settings.
  • Direct Human Subjects Research on Sites: Develops, implements, and evaluates recruitment strategies, standardized assessments with participants and data systems, as well as study management systems. Recruits and enrolls participants. Uses approved protocols to address safety concerns in coordination with site administrators.
  • Intervention, Study Design, Innovation: Contribute to the planning, development and refinement of each evidence-based program and study design, protocols, consent forms, processes and policies. Make recommendations to principal investigators for new approaches to extending EVPs for community organization leadership, trainers, and participants. Participating in writing academic papers and grants.
  • Supervisory duties: Trains and ongoing direction for research coordinators and other staff about activities associated with conducting human subject research specific to study protocols and generally in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCPs) guidelines and sponsor requirements. Directs the activities of subordinate staff and relevant others to gather, compile and analyze study information. Contribute to writing reports for funding agencies and schools.
  • Financial: Transact contracts with external organizations for trainer consultants. Transact school payments, track budgets, and reimburse program expenses.
  • Regulatory: Coordinates and monitors financial data for budget and variance reporting, and for compliance with all institutional requirements for adequate system controls. Keeps current with all federal, state, sponsor and institutional policies and laws, standard operating procedures, guidelines, and implements and monitors resulting study changes. Demonstrates accountability for continuous learning in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines. Keeps current with industry standards, best practices, and trends in therapeutic areas relevant to research studies and designs, implements and monitors resulting study changes.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Background in mental health and/or public health (strongly preferred).
  • Prior project management experience including leading a team to implement project protocols (preferred).
  • General knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel (preferred)
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills (preferred)
  • Human Subjects Protection Program (HSPP) and NIH' s Good Clinical Practice training prior certification (strongly preferred)

Schedule: 8 AM-4:30 PM
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