Title: Director, IACUC Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: General Research Compliance Work Days: Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: ExemptSalary Range: $191,800.00 - $228,600.00 *As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices Position SummaryReporting to the Chief Research Compliance Officer, the Director of the IACUC Office provides administrative oversight of all activities within the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), ensuring that animal research is conducted in full compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies. This role oversees IACUC protocol review and compliance processes, supervising all aspects of protocol submissions, and supporting the research community, including principal investigators (PIs) at Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM), Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), WCM-Qatar, Hunter College, Burke Rehabilitation Center, Westchester, the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), and Rockefeller University.The Director partners with Information & Technology Services teams at both WCM and MSK to enhance support for PIs and research personnel, ensuring efficient protocol submissions and maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance. This position plays a pivotal role in fostering effective relationships across the research community to uphold ethical standards in animal research.Job Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all resources of the IACUC Office, identifying and addressing any resource needs to optimize operations.
- Ensure the EnCCOMPass system's functionality and drive system enhancements to support the IACUC process effectively.
- Stay current with federal, state, and local regulations related to animal research and update institutional compliance practices accordingly.
- Develop and revise institutional policies for animal care and use, ensuring compliance with the latest standards.
- Oversee office staff performance, providing mentorship, support, and conducting regular evaluations.
- Coordinate and oversee routine inspections of animal facilities, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Lead efforts to maintain AAALAC accreditation, including preparation for site visits and addressing findings.
- Serve as an active member of the IACUC, handling expedited review requests and collaborating on protocol assessments.
- Develop and implement efficient office procedures and processes to streamline pre-reviews of protocol submissions.
- Collaborate closely with the IACUC Chair and Committee members to enhance the review process, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the research community, actively considering feedback to improve office operations.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree required
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in IACUC administration and/or animal research.
- Experience working within a higher education or research institution setting is highly preferred.
- Professional certification in research administration (e.g., CRA) is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge: Regulatory standards (USDA, OLAW, AAALAC), IACUC functions and compliance processes, Animal welfare and ethical research principles (3Rs), EnCCOMPass system and related management tools.
- Skills: Leadership and office management, Effective communication with stakeholders, Collaboration with committee members and researchers, Problem-solving and policy development, Training program creation.
- Abilities: Ensure regulatory compliance, Streamline and improve office processes, Build strong relationships with the research community, Advocate for humane animal treatment, Lead accreditation and manage multiple responsibilities.
Licenses and CertificationsWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsWeill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.