Compliance Specialist - IACUC/IBC

Compliance Specialist - IACUC/IBC

Company: Villanova University

Job Location: Villanova, 19085

Category: Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: 20260110S

Location: Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Department: 918 - Office of Research Protections

Position Summary

***Why work at Villanova?***

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Under the direction of the IACUC/IBC Manager, provides administrative and organizational support to ensure the functioning of Villanova University's Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), in compliance with federal laws and regulations and university policy on the use of animals and biohazards in research.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Protocol Management

• Completes daily tasks for the IACUC and IBC committees including:
• manages the online protocol system for IACUC and the manual protocol process for IBC
• pre-reviews all submitted protocols, assigns serial numbers (IBC)
• maintains records of approval, expiration, modification or annual renewal in university system of record
• sends correspondence regarding protocol reviews
• maintains documentation of animal use.

Committee Support

• Assists in meeting agenda preparation
• Prepares, distributes, and ensures availability of meeting materials
• Attends IACUC and IBC meetings
• Assists with preparation of meeting minutes
• Assists in coordination of meeting logistics

Program Support and Process Improvements

• Works with IACUC/IBC Manager to develop training, policies, and standard operating procedures
• Assists the IACUC/IBC Manager with the medical surveillance program
• Updates program websites as needed

Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education

• Bachelor's degree required, Life Science background preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 1+ years' experience in research compliance, research administration, or as a researcher/research assistant
• Attention to detail required. Ability to work independently and prioritize workload. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex requirements into simple and actionable recommendations. Possess critical thinking and strategic problem-solving skills. Maintain discretion and confidentiality in all professional matters. Friendly and supportive demeanor, and ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to master electronic systems and processes required

Salary Posting Information

This position falls within salaried grade 14 and the range is $57,200-71,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.

Salary Grade
14

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