Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
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Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The Animal and Biosafety Coordinator provides professional level support to the International Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), Infectious Organism Research Review Committee (IORRC) and Radiation Research Safety Commission (RRSC) and technical assistance to large, federally mandated committees. The position oversees the preparation of institutional reports to appropriate federal and state regulating agencies. This role handles the administration and daily management of the office. The Animal and Biosafety Coordinator exercises considerable initiative, independent judgment, and confidentiality in performing the assigned duties, and requires knowledge of a broad range of university and federal regulations, policies, and procedures.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
Schedule and Coordinate IACUC, IBC, IORRC and RRSC meetings, prepare agenda and meeting materials to meet distribution deadline.
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Conduct intake reviews of protocol submissions and follow up to ensure they are complete.
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Monitor existing protocols and send notification of upcoming expiration dates.
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Serve as recorder for committee meetings, drafts meeting minutes in a timely manner, prepare and distribute memos delineating committee decisions and any revision requirements.
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Review investigator’s responses for completeness.
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Distribute revised protocols to reviewers and convey reviewer’s comments and questions to the investigator.
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Prepare approval documentation or withdrawals.
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Gather information and background material in response to inquiries or issues raised.
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Respond to requests for information regarding committee review.
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Provide professional support to the IACUC, IORRC, IBC, and RRSC committees including advice, information, materials, and supplies.
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Lead special projects identified and assigned by the Animal and Biosafety Program Director.
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Manage fiscal activities, including posting and reconciling the Animal and Biosafety Program accounts.
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Provide expert level knowledge (application and interpretation) of federal and state regulations and policies, and institutional policies.
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Serve as a liaison to national organizations, federal agencies, cooperating institutions, and other universities.
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Assist with developing forms and manuals, including committee policies and procedures, and support the orientation and training of new committee members.
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Facilitate the revisions and implementation of committee forms, policies, and standard operating procedures.
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Organize training workshops for research staff regarding IACUC, IBC, IORRC, and RRSC procedures and requirements.
Coordinate inspections and program reviews.
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Schedule and coordinate IACUC semi-annual inspections and program reviews, conduct annual IBC laboratory inspections, and organize general lab inspections.
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Work with the IACUC chair, attending veterinarian, and animal resource supervisor for post approval monitoring of IACUC approved activities.
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Prepares official reports in accordance with federal and institutional guidelines.
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Maintains official and electronic records and files.
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Performs all other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
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Two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
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May accept a combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s Degree in related field.
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Familiarity with scientific terminology preferred.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Proficiency with MS Suite.
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Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local regulations and policies governing the use of animals, recombinant and synthetic DNA, infectious agents, and radioactive materials in research.
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Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
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Work collaboratively and cooperatively with personnel at all levels.
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Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information to an audience in an understandable manner, including presentations.
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Establish, nurture, and maintain productive relationships with internal and external audiences.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
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Distinct capacity to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
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Demonstrated flexibility and initiative in a dynamic work environment.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health Science Center
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
Clinical Position Requirements
Clinical positions may be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, following a contingent job offer, to determine whether they possess the physical capabilities needed to safely fulfill the specific demands of the position. Additionally, clinical positions require compliance with the University’s Vaccine Preventable Disease Policy.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
