Compliance Liaison

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

6d • $55,962 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Compliance Liaison (CL) is responsible for supporting Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) operations through protocol review, documentation of committee activities and meeting minutes, post-approval monitoring (PAM) audits, and coordination of IACUC inspections to ensure regulatory compliance and effective program oversight. During PAM audits, the CL will review protocols and procedural records for performance, accuracy, and completeness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, animal science fields, or veterinary technology, and 2-3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal regulations related to IACUC and animal welfare.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, is required for interactions with PIs, laboratory personnel, veterinary staff, and IACUC members.
• Ability to master electronic systems and processes required.
• The ability to organize various activities, work under time constraints, handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism while maintaining confidentiality, and work both independently and collaboratively within groups is essential.
• Candidates must desire to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Candidates should welcome constructive criticism, be open to learning new approaches, and committed to continued career/professional growth.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field, AALAS certification at a LAT (Laboratory Animal Technician) or higher level preferred.
• Certified Veterinary Technician/Technologist or Certified Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) or eligible.
• Minimum of 2 years of animal research experience with at least 1 year of regulatory experience in IACUC administration or animal welfare compliance is preferred.
• Experience with electronic protocol management systems, including direct experience with implementation of an electronic system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Post-approval monitoring (PAM) of research activities in approved research protocols and procedural records for performance, accuracy, and completeness and ensure that laboratory animal research is performed in accordance with federal regulations as well as IACUC-approved policies and guidelines.
• Perform IACUC protocol and amendment reviews
• Prepare documentation of various IACUC committee activities and meeting minutes
• Coordinate (on a rotating basis) IACUC semiannual inspections, including coordination with other Animal Care and Use Program offices (ULAR, EHRS, facilities) and PIs for scheduling. Involves data input, generating reports, and tracking deficiency correction schedule.
• Maintain reports of IACUC-approved satellite housing locations and exemptions from the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, or UPenn IACUC Guidelines or Policies
• Maintain reports and track resolutions of non-compliances noted during PAMs or external regulatory inspections/site visits. Will work collaboratively with principal investigators and laboratories to resolve gaps with compliance.
• Participates in the planning and preparation for and execution of regulatory and accreditation visits and other IACUC related activities.

Benefits

• excellent healthcare
• tuition benefits for employees and their families
• generous retirement benefits
• a wide variety of professional development opportunities
• supportive work and family benefits
• a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• exceptional tuition benefits
• tuition assistance here at Penn
• tuition assistance at other institutions for dependent children
• generous retirement plans
• Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
• pre-tax or Roth basis
• wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
• substantial amount of time away from work
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• wellness and work-life resources
• Professional and Personal Development
• access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
• Discounts and Special Services
• Flexible Work Hours
• Penn Home Ownership Services
• Adoption Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level