The composition of the Chicago State University Institutional Review Board (IRB) is determined by the applicable federal statute (45 CFR 46 §107) where the expertise and experience of the members reflect the type of research activities commonly conducted and reviewed by the IRB. The composition of the committee reflects a diversity of interests including appropriate consideration of the racial, gender and cultural backgrounds of its members. The CSU IRB includes scientists and non-scientists, academics and community representation. The CSU IRB also maintains an active list of consultants who possess the professional competence and expertise necessary to review research activities involving specialized populations including those vulnerable categories of subjects where such expertise is required.
2007-08 IRB Members
Rachel Lindsey, Ph.D., Chair
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Esther Jenkins, Ph.D., Interim Coordinator
Psychology
Philip Cronce, Ph.D., Ethicist
Philosophy
Sarah Austin, M.S.
Occupational Therapy
Pamela Bachmeyer, Ph.D.
Nursing
Jacqueline Conley, Ph.D.
Psychology
Mark Erhart, Ph.D.
Biology
Debrah Jefferson, Ph.D.
Office of the Provost (ex officio)
Annette Rice, M.S.W.
Community Representative
Sherri Seyfried, Ph.D., ACSW
Social Work
For more information, please contact Dr. Esther Jenkins at (773) 995-2196.