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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN IACUC Specialist, Office of Research Support and Compliance in Austin, Texas

Oversees the post approval compliance monitoring program of IACUC approved protocols by conducting lab visits and reporting findings to the IACUC.In assigned area of responsibility, reviews operating procedures for efficiency and effectiveness, makes minor changes or recommends major changes for improvements.Engages in planning and decisions related to new or changed procedures.Conducts collegial and educational post-approval monitoring lab visits and provides timely and accurate guidance to research labs. Utilizes keen observational and assessment skills to identify potential protocol deviations based on a thorough understanding of animal research protocols, IACUC policies and guidelines, and federal/state regulations. Responds to requests for assistance from research teams related to best practices for adhering to and implementing IACUC policies and procedures.Prepares pre and post visit correspondence to researchers. Independently initiates and composes comprehensive correspondence with researchers to accurately reflect findings or potential issues of non-compliance. Communicates in an unbiased manner the results of visits with the IACUC and IACUC leadership.Ensures corrective actions are implemented and followed. Conducts follow-up visits and provides specific assistance to labs when warranted.Maintains complete and accurate data from lab visits, including labs visited, visit findings, recommendations and requirements, and corrected actions. As directed, compiles comprehensive reports to summarize visit data and makes recommendations related to programmatic enhancements related to issues such as educational needs, policy and guidance updates, and initiatives to improve investigator compliance.Collaborates and communicates with research teams and Animal Care Program personnel to support training and continuous improvement activities: Contributes to IACUC monthly newsletter including assisting the Associate Director of the IACUC with writing content and producing a quality newsletter. Assists with management of IACUC Listserv. In collaboration with the Associate Director of the IACUC, assists with the development and implementation of a robust research community educational training program regarding animal research activities, IACUC policies and best practices. Assists with the creation of presentations, written guidance, e-courses, and other educational materials for distribution to the research community.Participates in IACUC activities such as FCR meetings, semi-annual program review, etc. Maintains current knowledge of the animal research regulatory environment.Other duties as assigned.

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