4507 Developing and implementing a Principal Investigator (PI) primer to improve the conduct of human research at the University of Minnesota

Assess the institutional and individual training needs and gaps in the conduct of human research for PIs at the University of Minnesota. Define the training program’s learning objectives. Develop and implement an in-person training session that addresses the gaps. Establish a planning committee. Identify required and optional training that is already available for PIs, then determine gaps. Understand research training needs based on conversations with departmental and human research protection program leaders. Develop learning objectives and curriculum based on Federal and Local regulations, guidelines, and policies. Establish a feedback loop regarding research compliance with the HRPP, to assess trends and ensure continuous improvement. Evaluate the training program’s participants using confidence and satisfaction measures. Increasing awareness and knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the Principal Investigator (PIs) according to the International Harmonization for Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), Federal Regulations (FDA, DHHS, ect.), and University of Minnesota Policies. Identifying root causes for receiving an FDA 483 (inspection findings). Addressing and preventing common inspection findings (CAPA). Describe individual and institutional conflict of interest (COI), and identify the key steps necessary to manage COIs. DISCUSSION/SIGNIFICANCE OF IMPACT: OHRP’s guidance on the “Responsibilities of Investigators” states that it is the Institution’s responsibility to provide human research training on a wide variety of topics to ensure the ethical conduct of research and protection of participants. PI Primer provides an in-person forum for investigators to build upon required responsible conduct of research and good clinical practice training to be able to apply the role and responsibilities of a PI to their own research. PI Primer also establishes a network of PIs in order to enhance connectivity and shared learning.