Assistant Compliance Officer

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

• A broad knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques involved in animal-based research compliance, as well as a deep understanding of oversight agency regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to animal-based research compliance
• Excellent demonstrated skills in written communication
• Attention to detail, preferably with experience editing documents
• Excellent demonstrated skills in oral communication, including strong active listening skills
• The ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work independently and cooperatively in a time-sensitive environment
• Skill in maintaining and exhibiting professionalism at all times
• Exemplary interpersonal skills and the capacity to collegially interact with members of the university community at all levels
• Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time
• The ability to flexibly prioritize tasks according to impact and urgency
• The ability to handle complex and confidential communications, information, and documents
• Problem sensing and solving skills
• A demonstrated ability and efficiency in computer skills, word processing, and database management
• The ability to exercise sound judgment

• No unusual physical demands other than a requirement for participation in an occupational health and safety program, which will include vaccination and fitting for a respirator.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time using a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
• Frequent communication via email and other Internet modalities. Some telephone contact required.
• Driving to and walking for inspections. Driving ranges from on-campus to a few hours from campus. Walking ranges from across campus to throughout various locations in a large building to around the pastures.
• Occasional overnight inspections. Some inspections (2-3/year) require overnight stays (1-2 nights) at hotels.

• Conduct preliminary review of animal research projects for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide a determination whether a proposed activity meets the regulatory and policy definition of research that requires an IACUC protocol.
• Provide a determination whether a proposed activity requires specific related documents, such as Biosafety protocol approval, chemical hazard information sheets, MOUs, and Interinstitutional Agreements.
• Interact with IACUC members and vet reviewers as needed to facilitate the review process.

• Conduct IACUC inspections, including scheduling, recruiting IACUC members, completing inspection reports, and ensuring all deficiencies are addressed.

• Participate in compliance and quality assurance oversight activities, such as post-approval monitoring (PAM).
• Participate in the development, launch, and maintenance of a post-approval monitoring program.

• Serve as a general resource to faculty, staff, and students.
• Facilitate collaborative partnerships and communication with university departments for the implementation and coordination of programs/services.

• Other work as assigned, including: assist with special projects, annual reports, and other documents;
• Assist with preparation for and execution of AAALAC accreditation site visits and USDA inspections
• Coverage for colleagues during vacation or during vacancies.