Director - Human Research Subjects Protection Program

About the role

The Director of the Human Research Subjects Protection Program leads the institution’s efforts to safeguard participants in research, ensuring compliance with Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) regulations, U.S. Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and ethical guidelines.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain institutional assurance of compliance with MOPH and OHRP requirements.
• Collaborate with chairs of regulatory committees, department heads, and senior administration to support ethical research conduct.
• Oversee and coordinate HRPP activities across multiple offices and staff.
• Develop, revise, and implement policies and procedures aligned with best practices and evolving regulations.
• Supervise the IRB administrative team and ensure timely review of all submissions.
• Manage training programs for investigators, key study personnel, and institutional signatories.
• Lead quality‑assurance monitoring, investigate non‑compliance, and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary liaison with federal and Ministry regulators during site visits and audits.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a biomedical field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in human research protection or related clinical research management.
• Minimum 5 years of direct supervisory or management experience.
• Proven leadership record with demonstrated results.
• Experience overseeing Institutional Review Boards at an academic medical center.
• CCIP certification (or willingness to obtain within six months).