Bio
Jessica is the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) Manager for WellSpan Health (WSH). In this position she oversees all aspects of the HRPP including the Institutional Review Board and Quality Assessment program. Jessica provides strategic direction for the WSH HRPP, including establishing goals, maintaining accreditation, implementing policies and procedures system-wide, and reviewing human subjects research protocols for regulatory compliance. Previously, Ms. Rowe was with the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). During her tenure she held numerous positions in the research field. Ms. Rowe also serves as the HIPAA reviewer for research conducted at WSH. Jessica is current Chair of the Southern Pennsylvania SoCRA Chapter and elected Board member.
She is adjunct instructor for the University of Maryland, Baltimore Graduate School teaching courses in research compliance and administration. Jessica has extensive experience in human subject research compliance, IRB, quality assessment, clinical trial management and coordination. She routinely presents at national and local conferences on topics related to human subject research. Jessica was previously member of the University of Maryland, Baltimore IRB. In addition to her academic degrees, Ms. Rowe is a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) and holds a graduate certificate in Research Ethics from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Jessica is passionate about human subject protections and enjoys teaching and educating on all topics related to research, but particularly those related to research ethics and protections.