Faculty Advisor Responsibilities
HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) OFFICE
Welcome to the Baruch HRPP Office’s video that will explain the
responsibilities of faculty advisors for student-conducted
human subjects research.
Note that this video also pertains to Research Program Directors
who serve as faculty advisors as well.
HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) OFFICE
This video will discuss:
 Faculty Advisor Definition (per CUNY Policies & Procedures)
 Faculty Advisor Responsibilities (per CUNY Policies & Procedures)
 Tips for Faculty Advisors
Faculty Advisor Definition
Faculty Advisors are faculty members or research program directors who
agree to serve as the faculty advisor to a student or postdoctoral
researcher. They are an active mentor to the student and share
responsibility for the ethical conduct of the research and compliance with
applicable laws, regulations, and CUNY policies.
Adjunct Faculty may also serve as faculty advisors as this role is
determined by each college and academic department.
Faculty Advisor Responsibilities
 Ethics and Compliance
Prior to the student’s or postdoctoral researcher’s involvement in human subjects
research the faculty advisor or research program director is responsible for:
 Discussing general principles of research ethics with the student;
 Discussing the principles of the Belmont Report with the student or postdoctoral
researcher with the intent of guiding the student researcher in the ethical
conduct of research involving human subjects;
 Ensuring that the student researcher is familiar with any federal regulations, state
laws and CUNY policies that are applicable to his/her research;
 Assisting with determining whether or not student research requires CUNY
HRPP/IRB review and approval; and
 Guiding the student researcher through the IRB application and review process.
Faculty Advisor Responsibilities – (Cont.)
 Research Design and Planning
During the research design and planning phase, the faculty advisor or
research program director must:
 Assist students in designing a research project that is appropriate to the
student’s level of training and experience;
 Ensure that the student allocates sufficient time to obtain HRPP
exemption or IRB approval, as appropriate; and
 Oversee the student’s preparation of the HRPP or IRB application. A
clear, concise, consistent, and complete application package will result
in a more efficient process.
 Oversight
The faculty advisor is responsible for monitoring student and postdoctoral
researcher’s progress so as to ensure that:
 The research is being conducted in a compliant and ethical manner;
 All modifications to the HRPP exempt or IRB approved protocol are
submitted for review and approval prior to their implementation;
 Any unanticipated problems or adverse events are reported to the IRB
in accordance with CUNY HRPP Policy;
 A complete and accurate Final Report is submitted to the IRB at the
conclusion of human subject research activities.
Faculty Advisor Responsibilities – (Cont.)
During the conduct of the research the faculty advisor is responsible for
ensuring that the research is being conducted in compliance with applicable
federal regulations, state laws, and CUNY policies. Additionally Faculty
Advisors must ensure that the research is being conducted in compliance with
the CUNY UI IRB Approved protocol and any stipulations imposed by the CUNY
UI IRB.
Tips for Faculty Advisors
 In order to ensure research compliance Faculty Advisors should do the
following:
 Establish a Communication Plan with Students – It is recommended that faculty
advisors and students meet regularly to report their progress and to address any
issues that may be occurring in the research. If the student is conducting
fieldwork there should be additional communication procedures in place in case
problems occur in the field.
 Take an active role in mentoring students – If a faculty member actively
mentors/supervises students throughout the research process this greatly reduces
the review time it takes for a project to be approved and greatly improves the
chances of a quick and efficient review process. Also, a strong student/advisor
relationship will greatly reduce the likelihood of non-compliance.
 Allocate Adequate Time for Student Advisees– depending on the number of
students being advised faculty advisors must allocate time to individually address
student questions/issues.
 Know the levels of IRB review (Exempt, Expedited, Full, or Non-Human Subjects
Research) – Advisors must be informed and know what projects constitutes
human subjects research and must be reviewed by the CUNY HRPP/IRB.
 Anticipate the time required for students to secure IRB approval and conduct
research.
HRPP Services
 Application Assistance – This includes assistance with the development
and submission of an IRB Application on IDEATE our on-line system. HRPP
Liaisons and Assistant are available to assist researchers with the
development of their proposals. Please go to our website and click on
the Investigators Assistance link for further details.
 Departmental/Classroom Presentations – The HRPP Office will conduct
department/classroom presentations in consultation with departmental
chairs , faculty members, and instructors. Please contact the HRPP
Coordinator, who will assist with setting up a presentation.
 Guidance regarding HRPP Policy and Procedures – The HRPP
Coordinator will assist researchers with interpreting CUNY policies and
procedures to ensure compliance. This includes but is not limited to
assisting investigators with determining whether or not their project
requires HRPP/IRB Review, assessing the level of review, or navigating
researchers through the CUNY IRB process.
HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) OFFICE
HRPP Videos
 Step-by-Step Series – These videos will go step-by-step through the
IDEATE Application by exempt and expedited/full board review
types.mpliance/human--research-1.html
 Creating a Satisfactory IRB Application – This video discusses the
elements of creating an IRB Application providing tips to assist
researchers in developing and submitting a satisfactory IRB
Application.
 Faculty Advisor Responsibilities – This video discusses faculty
advisor responsibilities providing tips to ensure student compliance
with CUNY Policies and Procedures.
 Does My Project Require HRPP/IRB Review? - This video will discuss
what constitutes research and what projects require HRPP/IRB
Review.
 Assessing the Level of IRB Review Series (Upcoming) – These videos
will help faculty advisors and researchers with determining the level
of IRB Review required for IRB Applications.
HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) OFFICE
HRPP Resources
 CUNY HRPP Website
 http://www.cuny.edu/research/compliance/humansubjects-research-1.html
 Baruch HRPP Website
 http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrpp/
 CUNY Templates & Resources Materials
 http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/hrpp/forms.htm
HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) OFFICE
HRPP Office Staff
 Keisha Peterson, HRPP Coordinator
Email: Keisha.Peterson@baruch.cuny.edu ; Telephone: 646-312-2217
 Priyanka Mitra-Hahn, HRPP Liaison
Email: Priyankamitra718@gmail.com
 Jill Douek (Psychology), HRPP Assistant
Email: hrppassistant@baruch.cuny.edu
To view HRPP Staff office hours please go to the Baruch HRPP Office
website and click on the Investigators Assistance Link.
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