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eIRB

eIRB Frequently Asked Questions

The Office for the Protection of Research Subjects is proud to announce the unveiling of the eIRB extranet. To access eIRB, please click on the eIRB icon and then click on 'login' at the upper right hand corner.


Converting Studies Originally Submitted on Paper


OPRS is pleased to announce the next phase of eIRB. 

Beginning on 1/19/2008, OPRS is offering PIs the option of converting “paper” studies (those originally submitted on paper forms) to eIRB. 

Training sessions for eIRB Conversion Process 701v Conference Room in the Rubloff Building

Chicago Campus Training Dates and Times
Date Time
Wednesday, 12/9/2009 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Thursday, 1/14/2010 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Please email Michael Kelley to register.


eIRB Help

If you have any questions regarding eIRB please contact us at eirbsystem@northwestern.edu.

In accordance with our eIRB rollout we are requiring that all documents (protocols, ect) be submitted in electronic format. When requesting these documents from a sponsor you may use the following letter: Electronic Documentation Letter

 

Training Classes


All Training sessions will be held in the 701v Conference Room in the Rubloff Building

Chicago Campus Training Dates and Times
Date Time
Tuesday, 9/15/2009 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Wednesday, 10/7/2009 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Thursday, 11/12/2009 10:30 - 12:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/2/2009 10:30 - 12:00 PM

Please email Michael Kelley to register.

 

Training Material


Tutorials
Research Staff Training
Department/Site Approver Training
IRB Panel Member Training
Documents
eIRB Training Presentation
Preparing a Consent Form Revision in eIRB

Please email us if you would like one-on-one training or if you would like us present at a college or departmental meeting. (eirbsystem@northwestern.edu)


Department Reviewers


Please consult one of these documents to determine who reviews studies for your department.  Please email eirbsystem@northwestern.edu to report any updates.


Remote Access for eIRB


If you are accessing eIRB from off campus, use the following link: www.vpn.northwestern.edu

Click here for additional directions and information.

If you have any questions regarding eIRB please contact us at 312-503-9338 or at eirbsystem@northwestern.edu.


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