Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Administrator
Location: Clemson South Carolina
Description: Clemson University is currently seeking to employ Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee Administrator right now, this position will be placed in South Carolina. More complete informations about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. POSITION DESCRIPTION:
JOB PURPOSE
The IACUC administrator is a memb! er of a team of professionals employed to assure that the University maintains compliance with various federal regulations regarding animal teaching and research activities. Specifically, this position will provide support and direction to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). This individual is the recognized institutional expert on regulatory requirements regarding animal care and use and is expected to provide advice and guidance regarding regulatory and policy requirements in conducting the animal care and use. The IACUC administrator also provides the Assistant Vice President for Research technical information and analysis.
Incumbent reports to the Assistant Vice President for Research and leads collaborative effort with the IACUC Chair, IACUC Members, Attending Veterinarian & Researchers.
JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Directs and manages the effective and efficient operation of the IACUC including animal use application review, regulatory r! eporting, and record-keeping. E/20%
2. Advises investigato! rs as needed when completing application submissions. E/10%
3. Responsible for the scheduling and coordination of IACUC meetings and establishing the agenda and minutes for these meetings. E/10%
4. Prepares extensive reports on research laws and issues (as they pertain to animals) to federal agencies, accrediting bodies and university officials. E/10%
5. Schedules and plans the semi-annual research facilities inspections program. Compiles and finalizes extensive semi-annual reports which are submitted to the Institutional Official. E/10%
6. Develops and coordinates Inter-Institutional Agreements for collaborative research with other universities. E/10%
7. Assists in the development and delivery of training programs for faculty, staff, and students. E/10%
8. Interfaces with the Office of Sponsored Programs where IACUC protocols have associated external funding. E/10%
9. Responsible for ensuring that there is coordination with the IBC administrator! where animal care and use protocols have biosafety components and with the IRB administrator where human participants are involved, and assists in coordination efforts between the relevant committees. E/10%
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in animal science with 3-5 years IACUC or related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and states laws and regulations governing the use of animals in research. Advanced technical knowledge of applicable federal regulations related to IACUC and animal welfare.
Strong computer proficiency; excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to work in a decentralized environment with the ability to meet strict deadlines, maintain a very high level of confidentiality and quality with attention to detail. Under minimal supervision, this position requires independent decision making, the use of discr! etion and demonstrated leadership.
PREFERRED:
Certi! fied Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) or eligible within 1 year of taking position.
PAY & WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hrs: 37.5;
HOW TO APPLY:
Review of applications will begin May 20, 2013 and will continue until the position if filled. To insure full consideration, your application must be received by June 3, 2013. Applications should include a letter containing the applicant's credentials; resume; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least four references. Applicants are invited to visit our website for more information about research administration at Clemson University (http://www.clemson.edu/research).
Applications should be forwarded to the address below although electronic versions are preferred:
Clemson University
223 Brackett Hall
Attn: IACUC Administrator Search
Clemson, SC 29634-5704
Send an electronic copy of your application informat! ion to iacucsearch@clemson.edu
JEANNE CLERY ACT:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure Act requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding areas. As a current or prospective Clemson University employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information for this institution. For more information regarding our Employment, Campus Safety and Benefits, please visit the Human Resources - Prospective Employees web page shown below:
http://www.clemson.edu/cao/humanresources/prospective/
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
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