Director 3

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Director 3

Duties: Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Research Administration, will work in close partnership with the chair and the IO to ensure that animal research and its administration comply with federal regulations and University and sponsor policies. Work with the Director of Research Enterprise Operations to assure that all business and oversight processes are carried out effectively and efficiently to minimize Committee and faculty workload. Ensure an effective, institutional-wide animal research compliance program; will develop and implement policies, programs, and related services that comply with University policy, sponsor requirements, and federal regulations; will establish positive working relationships with regulatory agencies; and will direct and manage performance of staff. Work collaboratively with and support the Institution in its oversight of the University’s animal care and use program. Responsible for maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with the directors of various compliance areas and offices such as, the Provost’s Office, the Office of General Counsel, University Auditing, the Office of Grant and Contract Administration (GCA), the Office of Grant and Contract Financial Administration (GCFA), and the Office of Research Compliance and Education (ORCE). Provides managerial and technical direction. Supervises staff and makes decisions on hiring, training and performance management. Develops strategic goals and staff work plans. Establishes objectives, priorities and performance metrics for the Unit. Gains efficiencies and establishes/implements training goals. Assesses office business processes to facilitate strategic planning, policy-making, resource allocations and projections for the Program. Identifies best practice solutions to ensure efficient/effective operations. Ensures programs are in place for establishing and maintaining congruency between funded awards and approved use of live vertebrate animals in research, teaching and testing. Ensures coordination with University departments for compliance and congruency for duration of awards. Ensures that assurances, registrations and support agreements are maintained according to University and Federal requirements. Represents the University in audits and inquiries with relevant agencies and organizations. Establishes processes and policies to assure the Program mission and goals are attained. Monitors changes in federal regulations and national best practices for care and use of animals; advises IACUC members, the Chair and staff on all requirements. Recommends revisions of policy and procedures. Ensures the Policy Sub-committee has a program in place for evaluating and modifying animal care and use policies and programs. Serves as a strategic partner in Yale’s business process review and software implementation in the Office. Develops and implements education and training programs for faculty, research and support staff. Oversees education and training programs for members, investigators and research staff.

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