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　　The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Assistant Director is responsible for the daily activities of the IACUC staff, and for the overall supervision of the protocol review and compliance processes, to ensure that animal research is conducted per federal regulations and IACUC university policies. Works with Temple University Principal Investigators (PIs) and research personnel to assist with the IACUC protocol submission process and to ensure completeness of protocol submissions. In addition, the Assistant Director works with PIs and research staff to develop procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations, and to enhance animal welfare. Directs, coordinates, and supervises daily activities of the IACUC department, such as, implementing systems and procedures, maintaining protocol submission records, managing office operations, preparing compliance and audit reports for internal and external stakeholders, compiling financial analyses for budgetary purposes, organizing conferences, and providing oversight of IACUC sponsored programs.Temple is 7th in the nation among universities with the fastest growth in research in the past 10 years. Discoveries generated by Temple researchers span the university's 17 schools and colleges, resulting in a diverse intellectual property portfolio that is reaching significant commercial milestones and delivering new solutions that impact communities. The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) collaborates with Temple University researchers and external partners to promote meaningful scholarship, uphold research integrity, and foster new discoveries that make a significant impact in communities.As Temple's research and external partners come from all walks of life, so do we. You will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself as part of the Research Administration team. If you value a highly collaborative and innovative team that is diverse and focused on making an impact, please join us.Essential functions: Responsible for the daily activities of the IACUC staff; Responsible for the overall supervision of the protocol review and compliance processes, to ensure that animal research is conducted per federal regulations and IACUC university policies; Works with Temple University Principal Investigators (PIs) and research personnel to assist with the IACUC protocol submission process and to ensure completeness of protocol submissions; Works with PIs and research staff to develop procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations, and to enhance animal welfare; Directs, coordinates, and supervises daily activities of the IACUC department, such as, implementing systems and procedures, maintaining protocol submission records, managing office operations, preparing compliance and audit reports for internal and external stakeholders, compiling financial analyses for budgetary purposes, organizing conferences, and providing oversight of IACUC sponsored programs; Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 4 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education/experience; experience with animal care, demonstrated knowledge of federal/state laws and AAALAC policies governing animal research. Preferred: Master's degree in a related field. AALAS certification at a LAT (Laboratory Animal Technician) or higher level. Certified Veterinary Technician/Technologist. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Required Skills & Abilities:*Demonstrated knowledge of university animal research p otocols, post approval monitoring and IACUC procedures.*Detailed knowledge of applicable federal regulations related to IACUC and animal welfare.*Demonstrated working knowledge of principles of ethics in animal research, IACUC regulatory requirement, the Animal Welfare Act and/or Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.*Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.*Demonstrated knowledge of animal dosing, blood collection techniques, drug administration, aseptic techniques and recognition of normal animal behavior and associated handling methods.*Demonstrated computer skills, and proficiency with spreadsheet and database software programs.*Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills, along with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse constituent population.*Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing skills.*Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to multi-task.*Excellent attention to detail.This position requires a background check.This position is temporarily assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.In accordance with the City of Philadelphia's COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University's vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University's Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu.Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety and can be found at: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-reportYou may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University's Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.

　　Primary Location:Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Health Sciences Campus (HSC)-Kornberg School Of Dentistry

　　Job:StaffSchedule:Full-timeShift:Day JobEmployee Status:Regular

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