Manager, Research Compliance IACUC/IBC

Endeavor Health•Evanston, IL

About The Position

The Manager, Research Compliance (IACUC/IBC) supports regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations of the comparative model research program and the Institutional Biosafety Committee. The role coordinates activities with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), including facility and USDA agency inspections, and helps maintain AAALAC accreditation and OLAW compliance for the Federalwide Assurance. Responsibilities also include preparing documentation and annual reports for these bodies, and coordinating Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) meetings and submissions with the IACUC. The manager leads IACUC and IBC administrative workflows, supports faculty with protocol review and processing, oversees post-approval monitoring, and ensures committee members and staff maintain required training and qualifications. The role manages and develops administrative staff, coordinates with veterinary staff and institutional stakeholders, and supports accreditation, audit readiness, regulatory documentation, and compliance timelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science required; a master's degree is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of related experience managing an IACUC, working with comparative models, and applying in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of IACUC/IBC regulations and comparative model compliance requirements.
Regulatory review and documentation management skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to manage complex workflows and compliance timelines.
Ability to collaborate across multiple institutional departments and with stakeholders.
Deep understanding of USDA, OLAW, NIH, PHS Policy, and AAALAC requirements, institutional risk management considerations, reporting obligations, regulatory interpretation responsibilities, and compliance monitoring activities.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Work with faculty on IACUC protocol and amendment pre-review and processing, and provide guidance on initial and continuing protocols.
Coordinate IACUC activities, meetings, and meeting management.
Conduct post-approval monitoring of approved awards to ensure work is congruent with approved protocols.
Ensure faculty and IACUC committee members are trained and maintain qualifications to submit protocols and serve on the committee.
Maintain knowledge of federal and local regulations and write policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Support accreditation and audit-readiness activities for AAALAC and OLAW.
Coordinate with veterinary staff, research administration, and institutional stakeholders.
Manage, train, and mentor IACUC administrative staff; manage daily team activities, including comparative model monitoring, facility staff coordination, protocol pre-review, and serving as a resource to faculty and research staff.
Coach and develop team members.
Coordinate IBC meetings, agendas, and meeting materials, and ensure quorum requirements are met.
Prepare and maintain meeting minutes and committee records.
Keep the public-facing intranet site current with NIH requirements.
Ensure team members receive appropriate training and track their qualifications.
Prepare documentation and annual reports for AAALAC and OLAW.

Benefits

Eligibility for an Annual Incentive Plan, with potential earnings based on organizational performance, for eligible positions.
Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, based on the job and eligibility.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
Medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free parking.
Wellness program.
Savings plan.
Health Savings Account options.
Retirement options with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Community involvement opportunities.