![]() RSCH CMPLNC ANL 3 (IACUC Specialist) Job Summary Under the direction of the IACUC Assistant Director, perform inspections of animal facilities and PI laboratories; evaluate programs of animal care and use; review animal research projects-in-progress. Responsible for reviewing and editing new research proposals and amendments to existing proposals to ensure consistency with federal and state laws and regulations, and university policies as they pertain to the use of animals in research and teaching. Provide small group lecture and practical methodology hands-on training. Facilitate IACUC subcommittees; draft policies and guidelines. Provide IACUC Office general function support including but not limited to IACUC web page development and maintenance, Animal Tracking System (ATS) oversight, management of protocol expirations, annual renewals and personnel training reminder notifications. Assist the IACUC Director, Assistant Director, and senior level IACUC Specialists by acting as a liaison and escort for USDA Animal Welfare, Federal and State inspectors during campus visits, and AAALAC site visits. Coordinate corrections of deficiencies cited by regulators. Participate in departmental and campus work groups, and in the IACUC on-call program. May serve as an alternate IACUC voting member. POSITION INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lift animals, cages, and instructional equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT Valid CA driver's license required. Work occasional flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays to meet operational needs. Occasional overnight travel. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Work with, or be in areas, where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws, Regulations, and University Policy. Employee shall participate in required preventative medical and medical monitoring programs which may include blood tests, immunizations, TB screening, blood-borne and airborne pathogen training, etc., as required to meet Federal, State and University requirements. Wear protective clothing and respirator in circumstances that require personal protection from infectious disease. Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Additional information and specifics regarding the policy are available at http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/index.html. QUALIFICATIONS Required: -Degree in physics, biology, microbiology, public health, animal science, environmental studies or similar discipline, or equivalent combination of education, certification, registration and/or license. -Knowledge of laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies dealing with the humane care and use of animals in research and teaching, including the Federal Animal Welfare Act, the US Public Health Service Policy on the Humane Use of Laboratory Animals, the NRC ILAR Guide, and the requirements of the California Fish & Game Code as this code relates to the use of animals in research. -Experience with the principles of animal health, welfare, husbandry, research techniques, and management in a research facility. -Skills to use computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, databases, and presentation programs. -Experience as a facilitator with departmental staff, faculty and students in evaluating needs of users, trainers, and materials available. -Skills to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Preferred: -Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science. -Certified as a Professional IACUC Administrator. -Registration by the State of California as a Veterinary Technician. -Experience working in the field of laboratory animal science. -Experience working in an IACUC office. -Experience conducting and coordinating audits, investigations and evaluations and taking corrective action in a timely manner. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Background Check This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. EEO/AA Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Salary Range $4,883.33 - $9,983.33/MO No. of Positions 1 Appointment Type Career Percentage of Time Fulltime, 100% Shift Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Location UC Davis Union Representation No Benefits Eligible Yes Apply by Date 4/21/2021 To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=17057&PostingSeq=1 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-b34c8ec192ac7a44bd4ce28e410cc8e2
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