Job Information
University of Utah Associate Director, Institutional Review Board in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 12/03/2024
Requisition Number PRN40510B
Job Title Associate Director, Research & Science
Working Title Associate Director, Institutional Review Board
Job Grade H
FLSA Code Executive
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F 8:00-5:00 Hybrid
VP Area President
Department 00938 - Institutional Review Board
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 75900 to 112000
Close Date 03/03/2025
Priority Review Date
Job Summary
The Associate Director of the Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) supports the Director in all aspects of leading the University of Utah’s IRB and the oversight of human subject research conducted by University faculty, staff, and students.
Responsibilities
Develops and implements customer service, human resources and financial objectives for assigned departments consistent with the University’s goals and objectives.
Manages departments’ budgets, estimates budgetary requirements for special projects and oversees purchases and inventory.
Oversee and lead a team responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and logistical support to board members.
Implements and administers new and existing department programs and services to internal and external customers. Evaluates program effectiveness.
Assumes authority and performs functions of the department director in his/her absence.
Participates in the development and interpretation of department policies to ensure compliance with the University’s policies and regulatory requirements. May authorize exceptions to department policy and procedures related to assigned departments. Ensures compliance with Federal and state regulations.
Establishes internal objectives and implements procedures to meet goals. Assists in setting department short and long-term goals.
Oversees department human resources management including recruitment, performance evaluations and retention of staff.
Ensures customer satisfaction by analyzing customer complaints, concerns and suggestions. Provides appropriate follow-through to ensure quality customer service.
Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships with the community and other institutions.
Authorizes the purchase and implementation of new technology, resources and equipment.
Serves as part of the department management team.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master’s degree in Public Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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