IBC Coordinator

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is seeking an Institutional Biosafety Coordinator (EHRA Non-Faculty) to oversee biosafety and compliance across research activities. You will report to the Biosafety Officer and coordinate with IACUC and IRB to ensure adherence to federal, state, and institutional policies.

Responsibilities include managing the biosafety program, conducting training, maintaining records, and guiding researchers on permits, export controls, and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in life sciences research-related environment.
• Experience in institutional biosafety compliance (IBC) activities including laboratory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational functions with university units affected by biosafety regulations.
• Develop, review, and maintain biosafety policies, procedures, and resources.
• Maintain records and electronic databases for biosafety programs.
• Deliver education and training to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate and manage IBC meetings and documentation.
• Advise researchers on permits, export controls, and field safety.
• Work with IACUC and IRB to align biosafety considerations with protocols.

Skills

IBC compliance

Regulatory guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Master’s degree in Microbiology/ Biology or related Life Science

Tools

InfoEd Global

Smartsheet

Job description

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

Position Number 003993

Vacancy Open to

Vacancy Open to All Candidates

Working Title

Position Designation

Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year 12

Work Schedule

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into the position is complete and with supervisor approval.

Hours per week 40+ Exempt

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Division

Division Research

Department

Department Div of Research (Adm)

Work Location

Salary Range

Salary Range $62,115 - $68,500

Primary Purpose of Department

The Office of Research Protections and Integrity ( ORPI ) is part of the Division of Research. It provides strategic oversight, education, and support of integrity and compliance issues related to research and certain University operations at UNC Charlotte. The office ensures compliance with federal, state, and local applicable policies and laws on biosafety, human subjects research, animal subjects research, conflict of interest and commitment, research misconduct, export control, and research security.

Primary Purpose of Position

The IBC Coordinator provides program support to the Office of Research Protections and Integrity ( ORPI ), ensuring compliance by performing various administrative, technical, and analytical duties and day-to-day management of the Biosafety Program at UNC Charlotte. This position reports to and works closely with the Biosafety Officer, ensuring compliance across all research involving all biological materials and recombinant or synthetic nucleic acids. The Institutional Biosafety Committee ( IBC ) is the faculty committee responsible for reviewing all research involving recombinant and/or synthetic nucleic acids, infectious agents, or biohazardous materials. This position provides administrative assistance for the IBC and coordinates closely with IACUC (Animal Subjects research) and IRB (Human Subjects Research) compliance programs to ensure support across all biosafety-related research, including guidance on permits, materials transfer agreements, export controls and field safety.

• Biosafety Program – 90%
• Research-related compliance programs – 10%

Assists with administrative support for various compliance programs and/or processes assigned to the Office of Research Protections and Integrity. This position primarily supports Biosafety but also contributes to the Animal Care and Use, Human Subjects Research Protection, Research Security, and Export Controls programs.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational functions and build relationships with individuals/areas across the university impacted by teaching and research compliance regulations (i.e., One IT, Office of Research Services, Office of Research Commercialization and Partnerships, Facilities Management, Environmental Health and Safety, Student Health Center, business partners and academic units).
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and maintaining policies, procedures, tools, and resources in a changing regulatory environment.
• Maintain paper records, when applicable, and electronic databases of all responsible programs.
• Assist with developing, implementing, and delivering education and training programs to ensure compliance with federal regulations, state laws, and institutional policies.
• Develop and implement strategies for outreach (e.g., flyers, videos, website resources, virtual and in-person presentations, etc.).
• Periodic review of training records and adherence to best practices.
• Coordinate investigations and resolve complex problems, including but not limited to noncompliance issues.
• Identify program-related opportunities to enhance procedures, training, and documentation, and monitor evolving biosafety challenges.
• Oversee the pre-review and approval administrative process for biosafety and biosecurity protocols
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with recombinant and synthetic nucleic acids and other biohazards
• Provide operational support for IBC meetings, including development of regulatory-compliant meeting documentation and general compliance tracking
• Organize biosafety compliance program files (e.g., SOPs, quick guides, risk assessment and mitigation templates, laboratory manuals) and update website
• Coordinate and manage intake review processes for compliance committee applications
• Provide consultation and guidance to researchers to assist with submission processes and compliance review facilities
• Work independently to evaluate and interpret submissions to assure completion while determining risk and compliance with regulations and ethical best practices
• Maintain intermediate knowledge of program-related technology, including but not limited to, the electronic Research Administration (eRA) system and various spreadsheet and document applications.
• Support the preparation and submission of biosafety program evaluation reports and compliance summaries
• Work collaboratively with the IACUC and IRB to ensure that research protocols meet regulatory standards and incorporate biosafety considerations where applicable.
• Provide guidance to researchers on permits required for import, export, transportation, and field research, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations (e.g., U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, USDA , and international guidelines).
• Review award proposals and other proposal-related materials to ensure compliance with collaborators’ and sponsors’ guidelines, including training requirements.
• Provide general administrative support for the biosafety program, including managing lab coat laundry barcode labels, deliveries, biohazard waste management, shipping, and organizing annual facility inspections.
• Supervise, assist, and mentor temporary staff or graduate assistants as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including providing backup for the Biosafety Officer.

Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in life sciences research-related environment, or an equivalent combination of education/experience. Experience can be paid or unpaid.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related Life Science field; or Bachelor’s degree with experience in a undergraduate/graduate research laboratory handling biohazardous materials and/or recombinant (rDNA) materials.
• Experience in higher education with experience in institutional biosafety compliance ( IBC ) activities including laboratory inspections.
• Experience working with InfoEd Global and Smartsheet software platforms.
• Knowledge of OSHA , USDA , CDC , NCDEQ , IATA / DOT , and NIH regulations is a plus; specifically, NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules and the CDC BMBL standards.
• Experience with risk assessment and mitigation review for rDNA, biological agents, and toxins experiments.
• Knowledge of the physical, biological and occupational hazards and biosecurity requirements found in a BSL -2 laboratory.
• Experience working in a high-volume, high-production, and/or sponsored-research-intensive environment.
• Experience with inter-institutional agreements, data use agreements, material transfer agreements, non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, service agreements, and research agreements.
• Familiarity with granting agencies (government, international, private, industry, etc.).

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

N/A

Special Notes to Applicants

• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/27/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 11/06/2026

Open Until Filled No

Proposed Hire Date

Proposed Hire Date 12/01/2026

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

9201 University City BlvdCharlotte, NC 28223