Manager, Research Compliance IACUC/IBC

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Premium pay for shift / on call / holi

Incentive pay

Career growth & development

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Retirement options with company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Manager, Research Compliance (IACUC/IBC) in Evanston, IL to oversee regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations of the comparative model research program. You will coordinate with IACUC, IBC, and AAALAC/OLAW activities and prepare annual reports.

This role requires expertise in federal regulations and strong leadership of a small team. Full-time position with competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a growing healthcare

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing an IACUC, working with comparative models, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of IACUC/IBC regulations and comparative model compliance.
• Regulatory review and documentation management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage complex workflows and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IACUC meetings, pre-review of protocols, amendments, and continuing reviews.
• Oversee regulatory compliance oversight, post-approval monitoring, and SLA adherence.
• Maintain training and qualifications of IACUC staff and committee members.
• Write policies and SOPs reflecting Federal and local regulations (USDA, OLAW, NIH, AAALAC).
• Coordinate IBC meetings, agendas, minutes, and ensure quorum.
• Ensure NIH/OLAW/AAALAC documentation and reporting are up to date.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Workflow management

Regulatory knowledge

IACUC/IBC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Biomedical Science

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $43.38 - $67.24 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Manager, Research Compliance IACUC/IBC
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]

A Brief Overview:

The Manager, Research Compliance (IACUC/IBC) supports regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations of the comparative model research program and the Institutional Biosafety Committee. This individual will coordinate activities with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, including facility inspections and agency inspections (USDA). Plays large role in maintaining AAALAC accreditation and OLAW compliance for Federal wide assurance, preparing documentation and providing annual reports for both bodies. This individual will work with the Institutional Biosafety committee to manage meetings and submissions for review and coordinate them with the IACUC.

What you will do:

• IACUC (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee)
• Work with Faculty on protocol and amendment pre-review/processing, providing guidance for initial protocols and continuing protocols
• IACUC coordination and meeting management
• Regulatory compliance oversight- (Post-Approval Monitoring of any approved award to ensure congruency with approved protocol)
• Ensure Faculty and IACUC committee members are fully trained and maintain their qualifications, to not only submit, but also serve on the committee
• Maintain knowledge of Federal and local regulations in order to write policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Accreditation and audit readiness activities (AAALAC and OLAW)
• Coordinate with veterinary staff, research administration, and institutional stakeholders
• Manage, train and mentor IACUC administrative staff
• Manage daily team activities including comparative model monitoring, facility staff coordination, protocol pre-review and acting as a resource to Faculty and research staff.
• Coach and develop team members
• Coordinate IBC meetings, agendas/meeting material and ensure quorum requirements are met.
• Prepare and maintain meeting minutes and committee records.
• Ensure public-facing intranet site is up to date with NIH requirements
• Ensure proper team member training and track qualifications

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelors Degree Biomedical Science Required or Masters Degree Preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of related experience managing an IACUC, working with comparative models and in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• SKills: Knowledge of IACUC/IBC regulations and comparative model compliance requirements
• Regulatory review and documentation management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex workflows and compliance timelines
• Collaboration across multiple institutional departments and stakeholders
• Deep Understanding of Regulatory and Compliance Complexity: o USDA, OLAW, NIH, PHS Policy, and AAALAC requirements
• o Institutional risk management considerations
• o Reporting obligations
• o Regulatory interpretation responsibilities
• o Compliance monitoring activities

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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