Director of the Office of Animal Welfare overseeing animal care and use at West Virginia University. Facilitating research activities and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction to OAW and IACUC to ensure that the animal care and use program meets regulatory requirements
Supports the effective and efficient operation of the IACUC including animal use application review, regulatory reporting, and record-keeping
Collaborates with key stakeholders on matters relating to IACUC processes
Assists and directs pre-reviews and advises investigators as needed when completing application submissions
Prepares extensive reports on research laws and issues for federal agencies, accrediting bodies and university officials
Oversees/Participates in Post Approval Monitoring of research activities in coordination with IACUC
Supervises the scheduling and planning of the semi-annual animal use facilities inspections and program reviews
Oversees the development of extensive semi-annual reports which are submitted to the Institutional Official
Develops and coordinates inter-institutional agreements for collaborative research with other universities
Works closely with the attending veterinarian and the IACUC chair in the implementation and maintenance of IACUC policies
Oversees AAALAC accreditation processes, reports, and visits
Evaluates OAW and IACUC efficiency and implements improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree preferred
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in institutional animal care and use issues and animal welfare
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
Advanced technical knowledge of applicable federal regulations related to IACUC and animal welfare
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to provide didactic presentations and training, including preparation of educational materials and hands-on development
Benefits
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
a range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks
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