Compliance Associate jobs in Laramie, WY

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Animal Research Compliance Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide administrative support to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and coordinate compliance operations to UW's decentralized animal facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate activities of the IACUC to include administration of the protocol review process and oversight of semi-annual program review.
• Coordinate semi-annual facility inspections and assist with unannounced periodic site inspections.
• Provide recordkeeping of monthly meetings and other IACUC functions.
• Provide operational oversight to decentralized animal research facilities discussing best practices.
• Facilitate generation of standard operating procedures.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory agencies and standards through analysis of regulations.
• Develop and deliver education on animal care and use program.
• Establish a Post-Approval Monitoring (PAM) program to monitor animal care and use.
• Generate animal care guidelines and departmental administrative policies and procedures through collaboration with the IACUC and division leadership.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as liaison between the IACUC, Research Division and UW animal researchers.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Participate in performance-related goal setting and achievement to meet personal and organizational goals and objectives.
• Attend and participate in training and other personal professional development activities.

COMPETENCIES:

• Initiative
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Attention to Detail
• Decisiveness

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position is eligible for up to 60% remote work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 1 year work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: Valid Driver's License

Knowledge of:

• Best practices on the use of animals (IACUC) in research.
• Best practices in animal husbandry and biocontainment.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Applicable federal, state and local rules and regulations.
• Compliance committee administration.
• Training and educational programming development and delivery.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.
• Create, compose and edit basic, routine and complex written materials.
• Formulate policy, develop and implement new strategies and procedures.
• Investigate, analyze information, draw conclusions and make recommendations based on data or findings.
• Analyze and solve conflicts and problems.
• Ability to make decisions and take action independently.
• Develop and maintain basic, routine and advanced recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain calendars and schedule appointments.
• Interpret federal, state, university and departmental policies and procedures.
• Effective decision-making.
• Develop and/or present educational or training materials for small or large groups.
• Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.S. or higher
• 2 years animal research or care experience
• Experience with large and small animals
• Experience working with IACUC
• Knowledge of animal biocontainment best practices

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email .

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit