IACUC Manager, Office of Research Support and Compliance

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The IACUC Manager works closely with the director of the IACUC to oversee the daily functions of the IACUC office and provides expert support to the committee and research community. The Office of Research Support and Compliance at The University of Texas at Austin helps ensure University research complies with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and provides regulatory guidance and support to the research community. The manager oversees IACUC office staff and operations, supports committee activities, leads investigations involving concerns, non-compliance, and adverse events, and manages researcher training and outreach. The role serves as a subject matter expert on state and federal requirements for animal research and provides regulatory guidance and customer support to University constituents. The position is based in Austin, Texas, is scheduled for 40 hours per week, and is expected to continue. Hybrid telework is offered. Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work may be required to meet deadlines, along with occasional interstate, intrastate, and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable area; relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
At least 3 years of relevant experience, such as in a research compliance office, as a central animal facility supervisor in an academic or healthcare setting, in laboratory management, or as a veterinarian or veterinary technician in a research or clinical setting.
At least 2 years of related experience in an IACUC environment at an academic institution or in a healthcare setting.
Demonstrated experience managing staff, including providing direction, supporting employee development, and coordinating team activities.
Ability to develop and implement staff training programs.
Ability to obtain Certified Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) certification within one year.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Detail oriented, with the ability to deliver quality professional work in a timely manner.
Ability to plan and carry out responsibilities independently and interpret policies and procedures to solve unusual or difficult problems.
Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams.
Ability to communicate effectively and collegially with university administrators, faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students.
Ability to present written information, ideas, and concepts clearly, concisely, and professionally.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Effective planning and organizational skills, including prioritizing, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple projects.
Experience using computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in an applicable area.
Certified Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist (RLATG), or Certified Manager of Animal Resources (CMAR) certification.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
Extensive experience applying federal regulatory requirements for animal use in research, teaching, and testing in an academic setting.
Previous experience performing rodent surgery.
Complete understanding of basic aseptic techniques and ability to train others in these techniques.
Prior experience with AAALAC International and the triennial reaccreditation process.

Responsibilities

Manage IACUC office staff, including assigning and monitoring workload, assessing productivity and review turnaround, evaluating performance, providing feedback, holding staff meetings, hiring, training, supervising, and supporting professional development.
Provide backup support to team members and identify and address workflow issues to maintain quality and efficiency.
Develop reports, analyses, and surveys as requested by the director, and provide feedback and suggestions about team operations and needs.
Work with the director to develop, implement, and revise Standard Operating Procedures for investigators and administrative functions.
Lead IACUC leadership meetings and oversee subcommittees and assigned staff.
Provide IACUC member onboarding and continuing education, and support committee meetings, program reviews, and inspections.
Lead investigations into concerns, non-compliance, and adverse events.
Prepare correspondence between the IACUC and investigators, draft reporting letters to oversight bodies, and ensure required correspondence is sent on time.
Provide new faculty onboarding and implement and oversee researcher training, including in-person sessions, online courses, and ad hoc information sessions.
Provide in-person review of training for new lab members.
Serve as a subject matter expert on state and federal laws and regulations for animal research and provide regulatory guidance and customer support.
Respond to regulatory questions from the research community by phone, email, and in person; manage issue and complaint resolution.
Maintain current knowledge of state and federal regulations related to laboratory animal care and use.
Perform other duties as assigned.