MaineHealth Research Compliance Office is dedicated to safeguarding the rights and well-being of individuals involved in research. As part of this commitment, the MaineHealth Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) offers training and regularly educational workshops throughout the year. These sessions are designed for investigators, research staff, and their associates, and attendees are encouraged to bring questions and engage in discussions. The workshops address a range of topics, including MaineHealth’s policies and procedures as well as federal regulatory requirements. Additionally, members of the HRPP and Institutional Review Board (IRB) staff provide guidance and periodically share updates, highlighting key aspects of human subjects research and ensuring the research community remains informed.

CITI Training

CITI Training Requirements

All investigators involved in biomedical or socio/behavioral research must complete the following CITI courses:

Group 1.Biomedical Research Investigators and Key Personnel
Good Clinical Practice (US only Drug or Device Research)
Information on Financial Conflict of Interest

The IRB will not review or approve a submitted research proposal until all training requirements are met.

All Investigators / Key Personnel (defined as the project director/principal Investigator and any other person, regardless of title or position, who is responsible for the design, conduct, or reporting of research) involved in any type of research must complete: CITI Conflicts of Interest – Information on Financial Conflict of Interest course

CITI Training Website