The HSRB is comprised of at least 5 members who have the professional competence necessary to review the specific research proposals. The HSRB is sufficiently qualified to make decisions regarding research protocol through both experience and expertise of its members and the diversity of the members’ backgrounds, including sensitivity to community issues. HSRB board membership is for staggered two-year terms. HSRB membership requirements:

• The HSRB includes both male and female members;
   
• The HSRB includes members representing a variety of disciplines;
   
• The HSRB includes one member whose primary expertise is in a non-scientific area;
   
• The HSRB includes one member whose primary expertise is a scientific area;
   
• The HSRB includes one member who is not affiliated in any way with Monmouth College.

Board members will be appointed in the same way that committee members are assigned to other faculty committees with the stipulation that the committee will meet the above parameters. The non-affiliated HSRB member will be solicited by making requests from community organizations.