IACUC Specialist, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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IACUC Specialist, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee

Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

This position requires attending weekly staff meetings on campus as well as conducting in-person animal use facility inspections for on- and off-campus facilities

As one of the nation's leading research institutions, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has been shaping the future since 1867. Our research enterprise drives student experiences and community engagement, powering innovation and positive change locally, nationally, and globally.

The University's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) is seeking a Specialist to provide oversight and helps ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies governing the care and use of research and teaching animals.

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct IACUC operational activities such as protocol reviews, facility inspections, participation as an advisor to the IACUC, and other related duties as needed:

• Attend weekly staff meetings on campus, coordinate and conduct in-person University of Illinois animal use facility inspections (for on- and off-campus facilities)
• Conduct preliminary reviews of animal use protocols and manage submissions to ensure timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with university policies and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and participate in semi-annual and ad-hoc inspections of spaces where animal activities occur, review relevant records, document specific findings, and generate investigator notifications.
• Follow-up on observations, requests for corrective actions, and training deficiencies with investigators, and prepare written reports and conduct subsequent inspections and inquiries, as needed.
• Monitor and facilitate use of the IACUC Online Protocol system, including assisting users and following up system notifications to assure timely completion of required responses.
• Serve in an advisory role to the IACUC, providing advice and summarizing protocol monitoring activities during official monthly meetings.
• Coordinate official IACUC special sub-committee activities, as requested.
• Investigate and document animal welfare complaints across campus, and facilitate formal IACUC investigations, as necessary.
• Provide operational support to the IACUC Director and Chair and coordinate activities with other compliance offices on campus, as needed.

Conduct IACUC specialized activities in support of sponsored research and veterinary requirements:

• Conduct congruency reviews between federal grants and IACUC protocols and submit verifications to granting agencies, as needed.
• Facilitate post-approval monitoring of animal care and use for active protocols in collaboration with ACP veterinarians.

Collaborate and communicate with research teams and Animal Care Program personnel to support training and continuous improvement activities:

• Communicate with investigators, their staff members, and the University of Illinois Animal Care Program (ACP) to maintain sound working relationships and exchange of information.
• Help create, manage, and disseminate online and in-person training materials for animal users and IACUC members regarding animal care and use activities.
• Remain current on federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations pertaining to the use of animals for research and teaching.
• Engage in continuing education by attending meetings relevant to IACUC administration (sponsored by OLAW, USDA, PRIM&R, SCAW, etc.) to maintain familiarity with current federal regulations and guidelines for animal use in research and teaching.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or MS/PhD/DVM degree or equivalent professional experience, in a science, technical or closely-related field. Alternate degree fields will be considered/accepted depending on the nature and depth of experience as it relates to this position.
• Experience in laboratory or agricultural animal research
• Familiarity with methods of animal research including dosing, blood collection, drug administration, aseptic techniques, assessment and monitoring of normal animal behavior and associated handling and restraint
• Experience with enforcement, application and knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to the use of animals in research and teaching (includes the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service policy)
• Knowledge of medical and/scientific terminology
• Effective communication skills, leadership and organizational skills
• Computer proficiency in standard office applications such as MS Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively both as a part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to foster constructive relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, campus visitors, and other constituencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the implementation of university animal research protocols, post-approval monitoring of animal use activities, and IACUC procedures
• Experience with development and delivery of training and educational courses
• AALAS certification at a LAT (Laboratory Animal Technician) or higher level
• Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) certification or willingness to obtain within two years after employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Medical and/or scientific terminology. Federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to the use of animals in research and teaching. Effective communication, personal relations, leadership, and organizational skills. Computer proficiency in standard office applications such as MS Office Suite. Ability to work effectively both as a part of a team/leader and independently, with minimal supervision. Ability to foster constructive relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, campus visitors, and other constituencies.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The starting salary for this position is $65,000. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of candidate experience and qualifications.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on Monday, April 1, 2024. Apply for this position at https://go.illinois.edu/IACUC_Specialist and upload a cover letter, resume/CV, and names/contact information (including phone number and email address) for three professional references. Incomplete applications and applications not submitted through https://go.illinois.edu/IACUC_Specialist will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Leslie Lewin Reinhart (lewin@illinois.edu). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

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