IACUC Manager-Research Compliance

Market Range: 14

Hiring Salary: $6,067.28 - $6,666.67/Monthly

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The IACUC Manager serves as the program manager for the regulatory and compliance component of UTHSC’s Animal Care and Use Program (“The Program”)—specifically the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC). “The Program” encompasses both the Laboratory Animal Care Unit (LACU) and the IACUC. This position is responsible for oversight and ongoing evaluation of the entire Animal Care and Use Program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, institutional policies, and accreditation standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Receives, reviews, and processes all Animal Use Protocols for completeness prior to committee review; organizes submissions for efficient review.
2. Plans, prepares, and distributes IACUC agendas and review materials; oversees recording, editing, and approval of meeting minutes to ensure accurate documentation of IACUC actions.
3. Drafts accurate, timely IACUC correspondence and regulatory reports, including non-compliance reports to university administration, external sponsors, and federal oversight agencies.
4. Advises investigators on compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures related to animal research.
5. Coordinates and participates in semi-annual facility and laboratory inspections and assists with program evaluations.
6. Leads the development and implementation of IACUC policies, review processes, and online submission systems.
7. Facilitates education for IACUC members, investigators, and research staff; manages required online learning programs.
8. Serves as an institutional resource on animal care and use; fosters collaboration and compliance between the research community, IACUC, and LACU.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Seven (7) years of experience in compliance and administration that includes animal care and use-related responsibilities; OR a combination of education and experience to equal eleven (11) years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and proof documents for accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively and proactively.
• Ability to analyze information critically to make informed decisions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulations and guidelines related to the use of animals in biomedical research is required.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, with adherence to strict deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings and weekends.