Do I need to have Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval when I submit a proposal that plans to use human subject data?
IRB application can be submitted post proposal submission. MPRC also helps with IRB application preparation.
No you do not need to have IRB approval prior when you submit a research proposal. The fact that you plan to use human subject data must be included on both the internal routing form and the sponsor’s form pages. If the IRB application still needs to be submitted and approved, it is noted that approval is “pending.” The IRB application can be prepared following the submission of the proposal. Note: the IRB approval process can take several months. The university can not accept an award until this process has been completed. MPRC staff can assist with your IRB application and submission.
IRB Website: http://www.umresearch.umd.edu/IRB/