What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Compliance Specialist position at UMass Med School?
Research Compliance Specialist
Minimum Salary US-MA-Worcester
Job Location 3 weeks ago (1 / 2 / 2025 2 : 09 PM)
Requisition Number
2024-47280
of Openings
Posted Date
Shift
Exempt
Exempt / Non-Exempt Status
Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional
Overview
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION :
Under the general direction of the Office of the Vice Provost for Biomedical Science Research or designee, the Research Compliance Specialist works closely with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and Department of Animal Medicine. The Research Compliance Specialist is a key position in helping to ensure that research using laboratory animals at UMMS is conducted in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations and institutional policies.
The Compliance Specialist is responsible for conducting post-approval monitoring activities, including the ongoing monitoring and observation of laboratory practices and procedures relative to approved IACUC protocols, with an emphasis on educating and building partnerships with members of the research community.
Responsibilities
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :
Assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures designed to promote compliant practices and mitigate risk when using animals for biomedical research, education, or product safety assessment.
- Provide guidance and training to investigators to assure compliance with research regulations and standards.
- Conduct audit reviews of IACUC protocols and animal research practices, including visits to laboratories to ensure continued protocol compliance and to identify areas that require modification or that could be improved through supplemental training. During such visits, animal care and use will be reviewed for compliance with approved protocol conditions; the training status of lab personnel will be monitored; and a written report of deficiencies (if any) will be prepared.
- Participate in semi-annual IACUC inspections, program reviews, and preparation of federal, state and institutional reports.
- Schedule meetings and / or investigations of alleged non-compliance reports by investigating in a sensitive, fair, and confidential manner.
- Maintain knowledge of current information and issues regarding laboratory animal science and engage in professional development activities.
- Develop and maintain an IACUC compliance database, and help monitor corrective actions mandated by the IACUC or external regulators.
- Generate reports, charts, and presentations
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS :
Additional Information
Required qualifications include knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations, Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals and PHS Policy on the Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
