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I am Jennifer L. Rice, a certified IRB professional with over 20 years of experience in the human research arena. I thrive on solving complex compliance and ethics challenges, translating intricate policies into practical guidance for investigators and institutional staff. My work at Virginia Commonwealth University’s HRPP/IRB spans education, communications, and governance, including coordinating training, newsletters, and internal blogs, as well as contributing to AAHRPP accreditation efforts. I value collaboration, ethical integrity, and inclusive practices, and I am dedicated to helping researchers navigate federal, state, and international requirements while protecting participants’ rights.…I am Jennifer L. Rice, a certified IRB professional with over 20 years of experience in the human research arena. I thrive on solving complex compliance and ethics challenges, translating intricate policies into practical guidance for investigators and institutional staff. My work at Virginia Commonwealth University’s HRPP/IRB spans education, communications, and governance, including coordinating training, newsletters, and internal blogs, as well as contributing to AAHRPP accreditation efforts. I value collaboration, ethical integrity, and inclusive practices, and I am dedicated to helping researchers navigate federal, state, and international requirements while protecting participants’ rights.

Jennifer L. Rice

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I am Jennifer L. Rice, a certified IRB professional with over 20 years of experience in the human research arena. I thrive on solving complex compliance and ethics challenges, translating intricate policies into practical guidance for investigators and institutional staff. My work at Virginia Commonwealth University’s HRPP/IRB spans education, communications, and governance, including coordinating training, newsletters, and internal blogs, as well as contributing to AAHRPP accreditation efforts. I value collaboration, ethical integrity, and inclusive practices, and I am dedicated to helping researchers navigate federal, state, and international requirements while protecting participants’ rights.…I am Jennifer L. Rice, a certified IRB professional with over 20 years of experience in the human research arena. I thrive on solving complex compliance and ethics challenges, translating intricate policies into practical guidance for investigators and institutional staff. My work at Virginia Commonwealth University’s HRPP/IRB spans education, communications, and governance, including coordinating training, newsletters, and internal blogs, as well as contributing to AAHRPP accreditation efforts. I value collaboration, ethical integrity, and inclusive practices, and I am dedicated to helping researchers navigate federal, state, and international requirements while protecting participants’ rights.

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I am Jennifer L. Rice, a certified IRB professional with over 20 years of experience in the human research arena. I thrive on solving complex compliance and ethics challenges, translating intricate policies into practical guidance for investigators and institutional staff. My work at Virginia Commonwealth University’s HRPP/IRB spans education, communications, and governance, including coordinating training, newsletters, and internal blogs, as well as contributing to AAHRPP accreditation efforts. I value collaboration, ethical integrity, and inclusive practices, and I am dedicated to helping researchers navigate federal, state, and international requirements while protecting participants’ rights.

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Work Experience

Interim Coordinator, Education and Communications, HRPP at Virginia Commonwealth University

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Interim coordinator for the Education and Communications arm of the HRPP during the transformation project. Responsible for coordinating research community events, human research community training, newsletter, internal blog, listserv communications and website audits for the HRPP. Collaborated with web team to develop updated web content across HRPP webpages.

HRPP/IRB Analyst at Virginia Commonwealth University

July 1, 2015 - Present

Comprehensive understanding of complex federal, state and local policies, domestic and international rules and ethical guidance (e.g., HHS, FDA, NIH, HIPAA, GDPR, Belmont Report, Nuremberg Code, Declaration of Helsinki). Identify regulatory requirements and provide institutional oversight for human research protocols; review and provide comment on internal policies; support education and consultation for HRPP/IRB; participate in AAHRPP-related activities.

IRB Panel Administrator and Institutional Review Board (IRB) Panel at Office of Research Subjects Protection (ORSP)/IRB, Virginia Commonwealth University

August 1, 2011 - July 31, 2015

Managed IRB administrative and review process, triage of IRB submissions, and IRB membership for the institution’s Social and Behavioral Research panel; prepared meeting minutes and monthly reports; liaised with research community to facilitate timely IRB processes; served as a non-scientist Full Board Member on the Social and Behavioral IRB Panel.

IRB Panel Coordinator at Office of Research Subjects Protection (ORSP)/IRB, Virginia Commonwealth University

April 1, 2007 - August 1, 2011

Coordinated workflow of the IRB Social and Behavioral Research Panel; managed documentation for IRB reviews and records; improved processes for efficiency and transparency; supported Chairs and Vice Chairs; collaborated on system enhancements.

IRB Intake Coordinator at Office of Research Subjects Protection (ORSP)/IRB, Virginia Commonwealth University

November 1, 2006 - April 1, 2007

Evaluated and reorganized intake processes for incoming IRB submissions; screened protocols for completeness and triaged applications; assisted investigators with guidance and submission instructions; supported IRB staff in triage and records management.

Campus Safety Officer at Randolph-Macon College

July 1, 2004 - November 1, 2006

Lead officer on overnight shift; ensured safety and well-being of the campus community; investigated incidents; maintained privacy and confidentiality; coordinated with local authorities as needed.

Office Clerk/Interviewer IV at Survey and Evaluation Research Laboratory (SERL), Virginia Commonwealth University

July 1, 2004 - November 1, 2006

Conducted telephone interviews for social and behavioral research; maintained rapport with respondents; ensured ethical consent and rights of participants; supervised data collection and provided feedback on interview quality; supported data entry and abstraction.

Advanced Telephone Operator at Telemed, Inc.

August 1, 2002 - April 1, 2004

Provided quality call center service to healthcare clients; managed large accounts; trained new employees; prioritized tasks and ensured data accuracy.