Description

• Ensure the alignment of LARC efforts with institutional strategic initiatives and plans.
• Support the changing needs of IUSM and IUI School of Science investigators and provide expert advice and assistance to researchers in the ethical conduct of animal studies, including support of safety programs where radioactive materials, toxic chemicals, and/or biohazards are used in animals.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the operation and performance of all LARC activities.
• Develop and implement the budget.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and maintenance of methodology for research cost recovery and other financial guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable regulations and standards (internal and external) regarding animal care and use.
• Serve as the IUSM and IUI School of Science Attending Veterinarian and as a member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee.
• Represent the animal program on committees and groups.
• Collaborate with institutional partners to lead the continued certification of accrediting and regulatory bodies (e.g., AAALAC, USDA).
• Ensure maintenance of proper records and support timely submission of required regulatory and internal reports.
• Ensure education and training of animal research and care personnel in the proper procedures of animal care and use.

• Hold a veterinary degree from an AVMA accredited institution.
• Licensed (or eligible) to practice veterinary medicine in Indiana.
• ACLAM Diplomate required.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in administration of laboratory animal services.
• Possess a demonstrated history of collaborative oversight of animal welfare for research.

• DVM with laboratory experience and eligibility for licensure in the state of Indiana.
• ACLAM Diplomate required.
• Research experience and advanced academic degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated operational and fiscal leadership experience in laboratory animal research. Preference will be given to candidates with senior veterinary leadership experience in an academic or private sector research environment.
• Demonstrated success in working with researchers and leading/managing teams and programs.
• A deep understanding of regulatory and compliance bodies, rules, and regulations, and experience with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees.

• Ability to have direct physical contact with and prolonged exposure to all animal species common to laboratory animal medicine on a continuing basis (including but not limited to swine, dogs, rabbits, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats, fish, frogs, salamanders)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs weight when required in handling or assisting with veterinary care of animals
• Position requires employees to walk and stand for up to four consecutive hours when conducting inspections of animal facilities and laboratories; prolonged standing may also occur when performing some types of surgery
• Must have full range of body movement
• Must have correctable vision to observe animals for signs of illness and evaluate animal room and equipment for compliance with applicable standards
• Ability to wear respiratory protection (an N-95 when fit-tested or a PAPR) when respiratory protection is required
  
  

• Familiarity with equipment used in animal housing (feeding, watering, sanitation, environmental monitoring) and ability to train employees on the correct use and maintenance
• Use of surgical and support equipment (fluid pump, water circulating blanket, anesthesia machine, cautery, ventilator, ECG, pulse oximeter, other physiological monitors)
• Diagnostic equipment (microscope, fluoroscopy, sound/vibration monitor, ATP monitors, incubators, ect.)
• Knowledge of computer-based software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and ability to use electronic software programs for medical case management and IACUC systems
  
  

• IU will not sponsor work authorization for this position
• A criminal background check will be mandatory for the selected applicant
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-placement medical evaluation to include a medical history and physical examination
• Participation in the occupational health program for animal workers is required
• The academic rank will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and level of experience