Job Title: Regulatory Specialist
Job Description

The Regulatory Specialist is responsible for promoting compliance with Federal Regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and Institutional policies. The Regulatory Specialist will serve as a liaison to investigators, collaborating divisions, departments, institutions, the Institutional Review Board (IRB), and external regulatory agencies.

ResponsibilitiesOrganize and maintain the regulatory binder, file essential documents, and obtain signatures for delegation logs, training logs, and other essential study documents.Review sponsor templates and site-level Informed Consent Forms (ICF) to ensure compliance with GCP and International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines.Participate in the regulatory review, preparation, and submission of clinical study documentation (e.g., investigator brochure, Investigational Device Exemption (IDE), Investigational New Drug (IND), treatment, and compassionate/emergent use).Ensure the timely and accurate submission of all protocol amendments, ICF, Investigator Brochure, and other administrative items to the IRB of record.Arrange for the receipt and/or transmission of administrative and regulatory documents and file Serious Adverse Event (SAE) and IND safety reports.Review and interpret IRB correspondence with the research team and notify the team of all determinations that may affect the safety and welfare of human subjects.Obtain and maintain updated lab/test ranges.Update electronic databases for any personnel changes.Act as a liaison between investigators, sponsors, their representatives, and the IRB on all regulatory issues.Assist investigators in obtaining necessary access to facilitate research readiness.Provide timely follow-up, issue resolution, update reports, and problem escalation as necessary.Attend and actively participate in study team meetings, sponsor meetings, research meetings, and conferences/in-service education sessions as required.Prepare the regulatory binder for monitor visits, audits, or site inspections.Perform other work-related duties as assigned.Assist with orienting new staff on their regulatory responsibilities.Serve as a resource for questions related to regulations affecting clinical research.Stay abreast of developments in GCP and federal regulations regarding clinical research.Maintain overall awareness in the field of clinical research by reading related literature, attending training classes, and attending professional meetings.Assist in developing procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.Essential SkillsClinical trial regulatory experience, including dealing with IRB and maintaining components of clinical trial conduct.BA/BS degree in the science/healthcare field or communication field, or equivalent related education and experience.Strong attention to detail and customer service focus.Excellent communication, organizational, presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently or in a team, and handle multiple deadline-driven tasks in a dynamic environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, and voicemail.Review and comply with all relevant policies and procedures, and local, state, and Federal laws and regulations.Additional Skills & QualificationsMinimum 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area.Mandatory education on human subject research and GCP.Knowledge of clinical trials.Familiarity with basic scientific principles.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing tasks and demands.Work Environment

This position is based in a cancer center with approximately 80 people conducting research. The Regulatory team consists of 7 members. The work environment is fast-paced, high volume, and high pressure. The team is incredibly supportive and quickly accepting of other hardworking individuals. The role is hybrid, with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote (not back-to-back days, and not Friday/Monday).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Hackensack,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

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