IACUC Coordinator, Office of Research Support and Compliance

Coordinates IACUC committee activities including scheduling monthly meetings, creating agendas, and managing member attendance. Records and produces official minutes of all meetings. Performs editorial review of minutes to ensure proper documentation of IACUC actions. Assists with post-committee meeting correspondence. Assists with preparation for AAALAC accreditation.Coordinates and plans IACUC semi-annual inspections. Prepares detailed written memos of review findings including suggestions for correction. Provides continuing education and inspection materials for IACUC members and research staff. Monitors completion of corrective actions. Provides reports to the IACUC. Coordinates ad hoc inspections when necessary.Coordinates and plans IACUC program reviews including but not limited semi-annual review and periodic review of guidelines, policies and procedures. Oversees the maintenance of IACUC policies, guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Provides support to Associate Director to complete any corrective actions.Coordinates investigations for concerns, non-compliance and adverse events. Prepares correspondence between the IACUC and investigators. Drafts reporting letters to oversight bodies. Ensures all required correspondence is sent in a timely manner.Provides guidance and support related to IACUC functions to the animal research community. Serves as a liaison between departments, investigators, and research staff. Provides timely and accurate IACUC correspondence and written reports. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations related to laboratory animal care and use.Cross-trains with other IACUC roles to serve as a back-up. In assigned area of responsibility, reviews operating procedures for efficiency and effectiveness, makes minor changes or recommends major changes or improvements. Engages in planning and decisions related to new or changed procedures.Other related functions as assigned.