Common use of Investigator Responsibilities Clause in Contracts

Investigator Responsibilities. The Relying Institution will ensure its Investigators are aware of all of their responsibilities in the conduct of human subjects research including, but not limited to the following: Investigator is responsible for complying with the determinations and requirements of the Designated IRB. Investigator is responsible for record keeping and reporting, and for providing information requested by the Designated IRB, should there be any, in a timely manner. Investigator agrees to disclose to both the Designated IRB and the Relying Institution any changes in financial conflicts of interest and to abide by the applicable Conflict of Interest Management Plan, including additional restrictions as determined by the Designated IRB, if applicable. Investigator agrees not to implement any changes to the Research (including any applicable informed consent forms) without prior approval from the Designated IRB, except where necessary to eliminate an immediate risk of harm to participants. Any such change and the perceived risk shall be promptly reported to the Designated IRB and the Relying Institution. Investigator agrees to maintain human subjects protection education in accordance with the Relying Institution’s policies and procedures. Investigator agrees to report unanticipated problems to the Designated IRB promptly, in accordance with the Designated IRB’s policies.