Human Subject Research Application Process
As of July 1, IRB applications are submitted through Cayuse IRB, the new online submission system. Please see the instructions and guidance below. The system provides guidance to new users, however, office staff is available if you need assistance. Contact the IRB office at 605-658-3743 or humansubjects@usd.edu to ask questions or schedule a training.
Office Staff
Linda Rupp
IRB Coordinator
Linda.Rupp@usd.edu, 605-658-3743
Jackie Stelling, M.B.A.
Reviewer
Jackie.Stelling@usd.edu, 605-658-3763
Ann Waterbury, M.B.A., C.I.M.
Director
Ann.Waterbury@usd.edu, 605-658-3767
Determination
If you are unsure if your study requires IRB review, please submit a determination application. Follow the below steps for “New Protocol.”
New Protocol
- New users, request an account.
- Existing users, login to Cayuse
- For USD affiliates, the username is your full USD email address and associated password.
- Click on Cayuse IRB.
- Short, helpful tutorials for how to use Cayuse IRB can be accessed by clicking on “Menu” then “Help.”
Resources
- USD consent templates
- Other submission and reporting forms
- VA forms
- IRB Guidelines and Handouts
- Closure Form for studies not submitted in Cayuse
CITI Training
All researchers must be CITI trained. Please login to CITI and take one of the following two courses, every three years:
- GRP 1 Biomedical Research Investigators and Key Personnel, Basic Course.
- GRP 2 Social Behavioral Research for Investigators and Key Personnel, Basic Course.
CITI Training Registration Guide
Existing Protocols
Applications submitted in A-Tune or by email may be amended, continued, or closed by emailing a completed form to humansubjects@usd.edu.