- When you log into RASS, you will be taken to your tasks.
- At the top of the screen, use the IBC menu to switch to different screens, including Search IBC MUAs.
- Scroll down the page to the Search Results. You should see a list of MUAs in which you are listed as part of the research team.
- You can find information such as the status and expiration date directly in the search results.
- Locate the IBC MUA that needs to be amended. To open it click on the edit button, MUA #, or title.
- Once your MUA opens, you will see 4 large blue boxes at the top of the MUA. Locate “New Amendment or Annual Review” and click the Request button to start the amendment process.
Amendment Form
- Select the type of Amendment. The choices are Amendment, Annual Review, or Annual Review with Amendment. Select Amendment.
- Select the types of modifications that you are requesting for your MUA. If you are requesting multiple types of changes, be sure to select each type.
- Click Save and RASS will unlock your MUA for editing.
Make Changes and Submit for Review
- Make the necessary changes and edits to your MUA. You can use the Panel Shortcuts on the left to get to the specific area of your MUA that requires changes. For example, clicking Research Team will take you to the Research Team section so that you can add or remove people from your team.
- Click on Review and Submit.
- RASS will ask you to attest by clicking Continue.
- You now have an opportunity to review your requested changes compared to the previous version of your IBC MUA. The changes made in the newest version are in the left column, the previous version is in the right. Confirm and Submit the amendment to the IBC for review or Continue Editing if additional changes are needed prior to completing your submission.
- Your Amendment has been submitted and the MUA will once again be locked for further editing while under review. You will be notified by email if changes are needed following a review.