Institutional Biosafety Committee Coordinator

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa seeks an Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) Coordinator to provide administrative support for biosafety compliance programs and IBC operations. Responsibilities include routing IBC submissions, coordinating committee activities, and maintaining compliance records.

The role is hybrid within Iowa, with one remote workday per week, and reports to the Biological Safety Officer as part of the EHS Safety Advisor team. Applications are encouraged from qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or equivalent required.
• Six months to one year of practical experience in biomedical or life science research lab.
• Ability to read, interpret, and summarize scientific/technical information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills for working with faculty, staff, students, and researchers.
• Proficiency using databases, electronic records, and standard business software.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative review and routing of IBC submissions.
• Coordinate IBC committee activities and maintain records.
• Track biosafety compliance and manage records and communications.
• Support laboratory inspections and biosafety program activities.
• Report to the Biological Safety Officer and collaborate with EHS team.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Tools

Databases

Electronic record systems

Office productivity software

Job description

Institutional Biosafety Committee Coordinator

T he Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHS) at the University of Iowa seeks an Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) Coordinator to provide administrative support for the University's biosafety compliance programs and IBC. Responsibilities include administrative review and routing of IBC submissions, committee coordination, compliance tracking, records management, and researcher communications. As a member of the EHS Safety Advisor team, the position also conducts selected laboratory inspections and supports institutional biosafety compliance activities. This position reports to the Biological Safety Officer.

Work Modality: Hybrid within Iowa, 1 assigned remote workday a week

To learn more about the department visit https://ehs.research.uiowa.edu/

About Pay and Compensation:

Pay Grade: 3A

The hiring range for this position is anticipated to be $50,000-$54,000 Salary offers are based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, and budget considerations. In limited circumstances, compensation outside of the anticipated range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications.

Qualifications

Education or Equivalency Required

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Typically, six months to one year of practical experience in a biomedical, biological, or life science research laboratory.
• Demonstrated foundational knowledge of biological research methods, including recombinant DNA, and experimental design sufficient to understand research protocols involving biological materials and identify required information during administrative review of IBC submissions.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and summarize scientific or technical information.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and research personnel.
• Demonstrated proficiency using databases, electronic record systems, and standard business software applications.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working with research compliance programs in an academic or biomedical research environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of higher education policies, procedures and regulations.
• Familiarity with biological safety regulations and consensus standards.
• Familiarity with animal protocols used in animal research.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Safety Coordinator
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus, Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

Contact Information

• Contact Name: VPR Talent

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent ([e-mail])

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

About the University of Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

• Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies.
• Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists.
• Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.