Job Description

Job Title: REB Chair

Location: Remote (Canada or USA preferred)

Employment Type: Contract (Temporary)

Start Date: TBD

About Us:

The Clinic Agency is a specialized staffing firm placing experienced professionals in short-term and long-term roles supporting Research Ethics Boards (REBs) and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) across Canada and the U.S. We work with academic institutions, hospitals, private clinics, and CROs to ensure research integrity and regulatory compliance in human subjects research.

Position Overview:

We are seeking detail-oriented and experienced REB Chairs to provide leadership to the REB. As the head of the REB, you will ensure that the Full Board and Delegated review processes are being conducted in compliance with ethical standards, regulatory, and institutional compliance requirements. has the administrative infrastructure needed, manage high-risk issues that emerge, and work with the REB Chair and institutional officials. You will work with the REB and the institution to ensure that human research is reviewed and executed in accordance with applicable ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the REB office and provide supervision to its administrative personnel
• Work closely with the REB Chair and the senior institutional administrator
• Resolve high-risk issues as they emerge, or escalate appropriately
• Manage REB Office personnel and supervisory procedures
• Communicate with researchers when necessary
• Provide expert advice on research ethics matters and escalate issues when needed
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and institutional research ethics requirements

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (health sciences, socio-behavioural sciences)
• 10+ years of experience supporting a REB/IRB in a manager role and/or 2+ years as a director of research ethics or equivalent
• Strong leadership skills
• Knowledge of research ethics regulations (e.g., TCPS, 45 CFR 46, ICH-GCP)
• Proficiency with ethics submission and review platforms, Google ecosystem and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred:

• Familiarity with both Canadian and U.S. regulatory environments
• TCPS, CITI Program or similar research ethics training
• Experience working remotely with cross-functional teams

Why Work With Us:

• Flexible remote work opportunities
• Competitive contract rates
• Opportunities to support ethical research in healthcare, social sciences, and beyond
• Work with a collaborative, values-driven agency that respects your expertise

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with REBs/IRBs to info@clinicagencyinc.com or go to and fill out the Research Ethics Professionals Application Form. 

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