Education Research Consulting Senior Associate/Associate Compliance/IRB

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Posted Oct 12, 2026 · Apply by Dec 11
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Position Overview

Compensation: $100,000 - $145,000/year
Position: Mid
Type: Job
Employment: Full time
Practice Area: Compliance
Remote: No
Deadline: Dec 11, 2026

Job Description

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We collaborate with education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.

Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.

You’ll help our clients to achieve organizational effectiveness, improve student outcomes, implement new technologies and align resources and investments to ensure long-term sustainability.

Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.

Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We partner with higher education organizations to develop strategies and implement solutions that enable the transformative change our clients need to own their future. Together, we empower clients to drive innovation, create sustainable funding streams and deliver better student outcomes.

Today, leaders of higher education institutions and academic medical centers are spending too much time reacting to market forces, rather than focusing on the essential priorities that help students, faculty and staff thrive. The most productive path forward requires an intentional approach and innovative thinking, whereby stakeholders across the entire institution rally around a shared vision and embrace the hard work of effecting change.

You’ll help our clients create their future business and technology strategy, attract, retain and graduate students, decrease operating expenses and increase revenue, optimize research operations and improve employee satisfaction, financial management, operational and organizational effectiveness, research administration, and regulatory compliance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

An indispensable role… Huron clients approach us with a unique set of challenges. Our capable Sr. Associates/Associates then lead project work streams utilizing Huron tools and methodologies—as well as innovative analytics and technologies--to implement complex, comprehensive solutions. Skilled relationship builders, our Sr. Associates/Associates collaborate with client staff and leadership while managing and mentoring junior Huron staff. Everyone works in symphony to achieve a common objective: create and implement viable solutions. Associates gain valuable, hands-on consulting experience…and that translates to career growth.

Begin your career with forward motion... Huron prides itself on being a firm big enough to boast a global footprint…yet not too big to preserve our entrepreneurial spirit. This allows everyone to make an impact and gives you access to a multitude of career paths. We’re dedicated to helping you reach your true potential…so prepare for an exciting career!

Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future

Required: 

  • U.S. work authorization is required
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
  • A minimum of 3 years work experience in research administration, clinical research, healthcare, or compliance, and/or experience in the consulting field
  • Willingness and ability to travel 50%.Huron has a Targeted Travel model focused on meeting the expectations of our clients and prioritizing a nimbler and more inclusive environment for our employees.

Preferred:

  • Experience working in an Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) office of a university, hospital, or research institute
  • Certified IRB Professional (CIP)
  • Experience in research administration, research strategy/transformation, research operations, and/or regulatory compliance
  • Previous consulting experience

The estimated base salary for this job is 100,000- $145,000 The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $115,000 - $166,750.  The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.


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Position Level

Senior Associate

Country

United States of America

Compensation

$100,000 - $145,000/year

Practice Area

Position

Mid

Application Deadline

December 11, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

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