Protocol Analyst

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager and in cooperation with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Chair and the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), the Protocol Analyst has a vital role in ensuring a high-quality animal care and use program and biological research compliance program that reflects The University of Texas at El Paso’s commitment to humane and responsible use of animals and safe use of biological agents in research. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for the administrative management of research compliance and of the activities of the IACUC and IBC. With minimal supervision, provides coordinating services, keeps official records, and executes administrative policies determined by or in conjunction with other officials, within area of assigned responsibility.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical pre-review of incoming IACUC and IBC protocols for preliminary determination of completeness and regulatory compliance. Work constructively with investigators to revise protocols, as needed. Consult with Manager or Director as needed to ensure accuracy of pre-review in complex cases.
• Conduct congruence analysis to ensure that proposed animal activities are consistent with the associated funding application.
• Advise, assist, and provide education in individual and group settings to investigators regarding appropriate procedures for submitting new protocols, amendments, and 3-year de novo protocols.
• Coverage as needed.
• Triage all incoming IACUC and IBC correspondence, phone queries and other communications. Draft written responses when needed, including researching relevant regulations and other related information as required or requested.
• Assist with compiling agenda items and researching/summarizing relevant background information to facilitate discussion and inform decision-making. Record meeting minutes and facilitate their approval.
• Review and compile protocol submissions, tracking protocol turnaround times and generate data and statistics for quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Afford support and training support to the IACUC and IBC area.
• Assist with administrative duties related to drafting reports of non-compliance and required annual reports to governing agencies.
• Review and update internal SOP’s and IACUC and IBC website as needed.
• May coordinate and schedule IACUC and IBC meetings, send invitations, ensure quorum and all meeting information has been distributed for members.
• Assist with planning of semi-annual inspections, ensure follow-up items are documents and appropriately addressed.
• Ensure protocols are renewed prior to expiration and all training requirements have been met.
• Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations.
• Work closely, cooperatively, and professionally with other staff members, and coordinate efforts with the Division as a whole.
• Engage in professional development opportunities as available; maintain memberships in professional listservs and regularly review postings to gain updated information about relevant regulations and best practices and apply them to IACUC and IBC materials and procedures.
• May represent the business function, division, or department at meetings, conferences, and seminars or committees.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree and Experience: Two years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and be knowledgeable of research animal care and/or biological agents research.

About the Department - Research Compliance

Research Compliance and Regulatory Assurances supports research investigators and staff through the administration of research compliance in the areas of human subjects, animal care and use, biological safety, export controls, research security, responsible conduct of research, research misconduct, conflict of interest, and other programs deemed necessary for the maintenance and assessment of essential research compliance activities. Our goal is to assist researchers by monitoring regulatory changes and recommending institutional responses to ensure compliance and oversee the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and educational activities which satisfy federal, state and institutional regulations governing the conduct of research.

Miner Perks and Benefits

• Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
• Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and long-term disability plans
• Retirement Programs
• Longevity Pay
• Paid vacation & sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employee discounts & perks
• Employee Education Assistance program
• And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer

To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Note

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.