• Step 1: Complete CITI Training

    • All principal investigators and any key personnel must complete CITI training prior to submitting an IRB application.
    • Log onto: https://www.citiprogram.org/ to complete the training. You will be able to create your own username and password.
    • Failure to complete the training means the application will not be approved.

    Step 2: Start IRB Application

    • Upon successful completion of the CITI training, you can start the IRB Research Protocol Review application below.
    • You will have the ability to save and resume your application.
    • During the application process you will be required to upload documents. Please have the following documents prepared and ready to be attached to the application
    • If you are using non-campus personnel, provide approval letter from Provost
    • Abstract of your area of study
    • CITI Certificates of completion if applicable
    • Permission letters for location research if applicable
    • Any documents used for recruitment if applicable
    • Debriefing form if applicable
    • Should you have any difficulty or need additional assistance, please reach out to Dr. Shala Davis, (570) 422-3336.

Contact Us

Campus Address

Koehler Fieldhouse
(570) 422-3302

Chair Institutional Review Board

Dr. Shala Davis
sdavis@esu.edu
(570) 422-3336