University Job Title
Assistant Director, HRPP **
Bargaining Unit**
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group) **
Time Type**
Full time **
Duration Type**
Regular **
Compensation Grade**
Administration & Operations **
Compensation Grade Profile**
Senior Manager; Senior Program Leader (27) **
Wage Ranges**
Click here to see our Wage Ranges **
Searchable Job Family**
Research/Support **
Total # of hours to be worked:**
37.5 **
Work Week**
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) **
Work Location**
Central Campus **
Worksite Address**
150 Munson Street
New Haven, CT 06511 **
Work Model**
Remote **
Position Focus**
The Assistant Director, Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) is responsible for leading, managing, and advising designated staff, teams, and/or areas within the HRPP office and is responsible for independently identifying and resolving issues regarding the HRPP and the designated committees it supports. The position works closely with HRPP and IRB leadership, HRPP staff, IRB members, ancillary committee leadership, and others in the University research community to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with laws, regulations, standards, and institutional requirements that impact human research. In the performance of duties, the position will: (1) Review, research, and interpret changes, trends and new developments related to human research; (2) Provide written analysis on specified topics; (3) Draft policies and procedures to implement and operationalize HRPP-related initiatives; (4) Develop strategies to enable the HRPP and other implicated University Departments and personnel to successfully adapt to changes; and (5) Serve as a resource to the University community regarding human research matters. **
Essential Duties**
Required Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific, legal, public policy, or business discipline; 7 years of relevant experience in research administration or human subject protection with 5 years’ prior experience at a large academic institution, hospital/medical center, academic/independent IRB, or non-profit organization/foundation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **
Required Skill/Ability 1**
Demonstrated expertise and a comprehensive understanding of applicable legal, regulatory, and medical terminology and ability to interpret, analyze, apply, and communicate (verbally and in writing) applicable ethical principles, standards, regulations, guidance, policies, and academic and industry trends that impact human research. **
Required Skill/Ability 2**
Demonstrated ability to manage, organize, and execute complex projects; multi-task, identify, analyze, and resolve problems efficiently and effectively; use independent good judgment and to assess risk; and independently follow-through on tasks, develop and execute work plans, prioritize work, and manage multiple assignments to meet deadlines. **
Required Skill/Ability 3**
Demonstrated ability to evaluate information, formulate logical and objective conclusions, and make recommendations for effective solutions, strategies, and approaches; and ability to distill and communicate complex information into understandable information. **
Required Skill/Ability 4**
Demonstrated ability to provide guidance regarding regulatory requirements and resolve issues; proactive, flexible, and customer service focused with the ability to work effectively with others; and demonstration of ethics and integrity in professional matters, sensitivity to confidentiality, and commitment to protecting research participants. **
Required Skill/Ability 5**
Demonstrated technology and software application skills; ability to learn new software packages; highly skilled in office productivity software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, e-mail, Outlook, and Adobe, etc.); and knowledge of technology platforms used in research (e.g., IRB management, clinical trial management, and related platforms). **
Physical Requirements**
Physical Requirements: **
Drug Screen**
No **
Health Screening**
No **
Background Check Requirements**
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. **
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement**
Required
The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines **
Posting Disclaimer**
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. **
EEO Statement**
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA). **
Note**
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus
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