Join the Institutional Review Board

Thank you for your interest in joining Lyon College’s Institutional Review Board (IRB)! There are many perks for becoming a board member, including:

• Becoming more familiar with human research ethics and peer-review processes;
• Assisting with the expansion of research opportunities on Lyon College's campus;
• Gaining exposure to novel study techniques and research beyond one’s field or discipline; and
• Networking with Lyon College faculty and Batesville community members.

All board members receive a letter containing proof of their participation in the Institutional Review Board (IRB). The letter will explain that your role is crucial for ensuring the safe and ethical conduct of research involving human subjects on Lyon College's campus. You are encouraged to use this letter for promotion and tenure purposes. Additionally, you may include this role as significant research and review experience on your resume/CV.

Interested? Reach out to Lyon College’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) chair. Contact information can be found on our Contact Us page.

Time Commitment
The time commitment varies throughout the semester but averages 2-6 hours a month (including meetings). All members must commit to at least one academic year of involvement, which can be renewed yearly. Moreover, it is mandatory for all the members of the board to keep their ethics training up-to-date.

Meeting Expectations
All Institutional Review Board (IRB) members are provided access to application materials 48 hours before a scheduled meeting. Please review the materials before attending the scheduled meeting. We expect all members to participate actively, by fostering insightful discussions and voting on materials when prompted. If a conflict of interest arises, please recuse yourself from voting. It is crucial to note that all materials and discussions during scheduled meetings must be kept in strict confidence.