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Ripple Effect
Ripple Effect
51 – 200 Employees
HealthcareLogisticsMarketing
Ripple Effect is a consulting firm established in 2003 that supports federal, private-sector, and nonprofit organizations with specialized expertise and talent. Its multidisciplinary team works across program management, technical and scientific services, communications and outreach, research and evaluation, and digital transformation. The company helps clients shape and deliver policies, programs, and operational improvements, adapting its approach to the needs of different industries and organizational environments. Ripple Effect also places emphasis on diversity and inclusion as part of its workplace culture.
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Human Subjects Research Analyst

Review DHS-supported biomedical research protocols for regulatory compliance and support human research protection teams. Contribute to quality assurance, protocol management, and recommendations for executive leadership.

USUnited StatesWAWashington
$85,344 – $87,307 / year
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredResearch Analyst

Description

  • Review human subjects research submissions, including amendments, continuing reviews, award continuations, and final study reports.
  • Assist with developing and reviewing DHS-supported research protocols for regulatory compliance.
  • Monitor compliance with federal, DHS, state, local, and other human subjects protection requirements.
  • Prepare regulatory reviews using standardized checklists.
  • Flag deficiencies and noncompliance in protocol submissions.
  • Help the DHS Human Research Protection Group Lead Analyst and federal staff assess complex regulatory and ethical issues.
  • Support administrative reporting of recommendations to executive management.
  • Maintain protocol records and related information management systems.
  • Collaborate with senior scientists on a Human Research Protection Group team.

Requirements

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree in life science, biomedical science, or a related field.
  • Have six years of relevant professional experience.
  • Apply laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidance governing human subjects research and cadaver use.
  • Make regulatory review recommendations that address deficiencies or noncompliance in human research.
  • Bring professional experience in quality control or quality assurance.
  • Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
  • Work effectively with diverse colleagues and collaborate across teams.
  • Prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail and follow instructions reliably.
  • Show commitment to quality and compliance.
  • Have intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity software.
  • Have intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
  • Be able to travel locally, regionally, or nationally.
  • A master’s degree in life science, biomedical science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Relevant certifications such as CIP or SOCRA are preferred.
  • CITI training consistent with local IRB policy is preferred.
  • Experience serving on or administering an IRB is preferred.
  • Experience as a government contractor supporting biomedical or health research programs within DHS or other federal systems is preferred.
  • Intermediate experience using generative AI, automation, and structured data for labor estimates, pricing analytics, proposal benchmarking, and decision support—with appropriate human oversight and quality controls—is preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Comprehensive benefits.
  • Programs that support work-life balance.
  • Personalized preference programs.
  • Flexible work arrangements.