Training & USDA Coordinator for Institutional Animal Care & Use

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running.

Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY :

Serve as the subject matter expert regarding USDA Animal Welfare Act Regulations as they apply to Clemson University's Animal Care and Use program.

Identify, develop and provide outreach and training offerings for constituents of the Program. Additional duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES :

35% - Essential - Serve as subject matter expert and provide guidance to Clemson animal research farms, College of Veterinary Medicine, and facilities that use USDA-covered species.

Advise CVM, farm personnel, investigators and IACUC staff concerning the application of USDA Animal Welfare Act Regulations (AWAR), policies, and guidelines for animal care and facility standards.

Assist ORC Director and IACUC Administrator in collecting information for reports and incidents where AWAR would apply. Apply guidance from other applicable regulations and policies as needed.

35% - Essential - Develop and implement training program for new investigators, including protocol preparation. Provide training to PIs, staff and students regarding IACUC processes.

Serve as an advocate and educational resource for the animal research community. Develop training metrics for program.

15% - Essential - Conduct post approval audits at request of IACUC Administration (as an alternate / backup to Post Approval Analyst).

Provide support to the post-approval program by facilitating open discussions with research teams and PIs; identify and assist in resolving protocol deviations through education and / or protocol amendments.

15% - Essential - Serve as liaison for animal research community by conducting or facilitating outreach via department visits, talks and workshops.

Work with IACUC members and office staff to identify communication opportunities and provide educational resources as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education - Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience 2+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :

Education - Master's Degree - Animal or research-related field

Experience - Well versed in animal welfare regulations. USDA experience. Experience in developing and implementing training programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

25% - Stand for prolonged period

50% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

25% - Walk or move about

10% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

100% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

25% - Recognize or inspect visually

25% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS :

15% - Exposure to heat or cold

15% - Wet or humid

5% - Noise

WORK SCHEDULE :

Standard Hours : 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary : $ 46,655.00 - $ 67,000.00

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's .

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION : Clemson, SC

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

September 15, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN :

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY :

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE :

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT :

Clemson University is an AA / EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.