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About Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB)

The Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB) began in 1968 to provide human subject protection for endocrinology research conducted by Dr. Angela Bowen. We were the first independent review board, and since then we have continued to lead the field of independent ethical review of human research.

Over the years we have grown and expanded our services to meet the changing needs of the global research community. Today, WIRB provides review services for more than 400 organizations (academic centers, hospitals, networks, and in-house biotech research), as well as individual investigators, in all 50 states and around the world. Learn more about the WIRB advantage.

Life at WIRB

If you want a meaningful career where you will make a difference in someone's life each and every day you come to work, then WIRB is where you want to be. We strive to hire the most talented, experienced employees to bring their expertise and diversity to WIRB and help our company's continued success. Our employees are committed to providing the most efficient and highest quality work around the globe. It is our employees who keep us at the forefront of protecting the rights and welfare of human subjects.

We offer those who work at WIRB challenging, rewarding careers in a dynamic, professional business environment. If this sounds as if it is an environment you would like to work in, review our job openings and download an application.

Leadership and training

At WIRB, we hire exceptional people and invest in their growth. Our in-house education department enables our employees to expand their minds and advance within their careers.



WIRB employee benefits

WIRB strives to attract, develop, and retain engaged and enthusiastic employees. With this in mind, we provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

We offer:
  • Employer-paid medical and vision premium, subsidized for dependents

  • Two options for our dental plan available at the employee's expense

  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care

  • Retirement-savings plan with employer contribution

  • Paid holidays

  • Employer-paid life insurance

  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacations and illnesses

  • 100 percent employer-paid catered lunch

  • Commuter transit benefits

  • Personal counseling resources, employee assistance program

*All benefits are subject to change at any time without notice.



Open Positions

WIRB currently employs more than 300 individuals. We pride ourselves on the intelligent, dedicated people working for WIRB. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced professional environment, and WIRB sounds like a place you want to build your career, please apply today!

Board Support Specialist Trainee | Olympia, WA

Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB) seeks a fulltime Board Support Specialist Trainee.

REQUIREMENTS
With guidance of a mentor, support the Board and clients by preparing documents and data for Board review and/or preparing documents for clients as directed by Board in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two years of general office experience; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional Consent Form Editor | Olympia, WA

Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB) seeks a fulltime Professional Consent Form Editor. This is a telecommuting position.

REQUIREMENTS
Supports the Board and clients by preparing the client-submitted consent form for Board review as directed by WIRB. Preparation and editing of the consent form should be in accordance with Board Standard Processing Instructions (SPI), company policy and regulatory requirements. This position will be mentored by the Consent Form Manager to learn how to provide Board member level of judgment when required as part of the Operations processes. Interprets and applies the Federal Regulations, Board Standard Practice Instructions [SPI] and Guidelines in a manner to assure that WIRB® is in full compliance with all applicable regulations.

Client Services Specialist Trainee | Olympia, WA

Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB) seeks a fulltime Client Services Specialist Trainee.

REQUIREMENTS
Answers calls from and educates clients and potential clients (sponsors, investigators, CROs, SMOs) regarding all of WIRB’s operations while giving exceptional customer service. Conducts research on the status of protocol/study when necessary by working independently and with other departments to obtain needed information. Refers calls requiring higher authority to appropriate departments to be resolved. Reviews incoming clientservices@wirb.com emails and responds or forwards to appropriate department. Researches potential corrections. Researches billing inquires as requested by clients.

Consent Form Revision Specialist | Olympia, WA

Western Institutional Review Board (WIRB) seeks a fulltime Consent Form Revision Specialist in our Olympia, Washington office.

REQUIREMENTS
Support the Consent Form Editors by performing designated duties. The position will be trained in the duties of a regular Board member (including Expedited Review) and Consent Form Editor. A key duty is the maintenance of the standard template in conjunction with the CF Editors. The Specialist is assigned to a specific panel and along with the Board Member – Consent Form Editors assigned to that panel, attends all Board meetings as a non-member. This position will be mentored by the Consent Form Manager to learn how to provide Board member judgment when required as part of the Operations processes. Interprets and applies the Federal Regulations, Board Standard Practice Instructions [SPI] and Guidelines in a manner to assure that WIRB is in full compliance with all applicable regulations.

Software Developer | Olympia, WA

Western lnstitutional Review Board (WIRB) seeks a fulltime Software Developer in our Olympia, Washington office.

REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and 3-5 years of specific experience (listed below); or 7-9 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of higher education and experience. The experience should be continuous. Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) certification required. Please provide a proof with the application. Managing complex applications in a live production environment. Development tools experience in Windows forms based application development, MVC, Microsoft Visual Studio .Net 2003-2010, C#, VB.net, ASP.Net, Ajax, JavaScript, ASP, HTML, Visual Source Safe, XML, XSL, XSLT, CSS, etc.. Database tool experience: SQL Server 2000-2008, Microsoft Access2000. Familiarity with Windows 2003 Server or later technology platforms and active directory; knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 or later versions.


WIRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply

Download our application and send a completed application, a current resume, and letter of interest to WIRB, Attn. Human Resources, PO Box 12029, Olympia, WA, 98508-2029, or send them in email to HumanResources@wirb.com or fax to Sara Richardson 360-252-2878.

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