Sr. Training and Compliance Specialist (Vice Provost Research)

Inside Higher Ed; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 62,900 - 110,100; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university seeks a Sr. Training and Compliance Specialist to oversee animal research compliance. The specialist will manage inspections, documentation, and training for animal care personnel. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or related fields and three years of relevant experience in laboratory animal research. This full-time position offers a salary range of $62,900 - $110,100 annually, and supports employees with various health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience in laboratory animal research, laboratory animal care, or a training and compliance position.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience.
• Flexibility in required experience under JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate inspections of animal housing facilities.
• Manage documentation and tracking of inspections.
• Conduct compliance rounds to monitor adherence to standards.
• Partner with the Training & Compliance Manager for inspections.
• Investigate animal-related noncompliance concerns.
• Coordinate and review animal use protocols.

Skills

Animal Research Protocol Management

Animal Welfare Compliance

Compliance Auditing

Documentation

Interpersonal Skills

Literature Review

Oral and Written Communications

Record Keeping

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Animal Sciences, or a related field

Job description

Sr. Training and Compliance Specialist (Vice Provost Research)

Position Title: Sr. Training and Compliance Specialist (Vice Provost Research)

Location: School of Medicine Campus, Johns Hopkins University

Salary Range: $62,900 - $110,100 Annually (commensurate with experience)

Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the semi-annual inspections of all Johns Hopkins University facilities where animals are housed or used in research, teaching, or testing.
• Manage the documentation and tracking of inspection outcomes, including deficiency notices, follow‑up actions, and reports of noncompliance.
• Conduct monthly compliance rounds of animal facilities, satellite housing locations, and laboratories to monitor adherence to standards.
• Partner with the Training & Compliance Manager to conduct targeted compliance inspections during the winter and summer months.
• Investigate, assess, and report animal‑related noncompliance concerns under the direction of the Training & Compliance Manager.
• Lead the coordination and review of animal use protocols and maintain accurate records of submissions.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Research Animal Resources (RAR) and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) to ensure aligned compliance practices.
• Assist in the coordination of daily operations for the Training & Compliance Specialist, under the guidance of the Training & Compliance Manager.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of applicable federal and state regulations and institutional policies governing the use of animals in research.
• Conduct literature reviews to support regulatory compliance and training efforts.
• Develop educational materials, deliver classroom instruction, and provide hands‑on training to laboratory and animal care personnel.
• Coordinate and conduct post‑approval monitoring (PAM) visits to labs and satellite facilities, including interviews with staff and reviews of logs, records, and equipment.
• Evaluate the competency of animal care and research personnel in awake animal use procedures through direct observation.
• Collaborate with the Training & Compliance Manager to design and disseminate communication and training materials.
• Review approved protocols to extract relevant information for alignment with AAALAC International's Program Description.
• Serve as a non‑voting member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and present reports and updates on noncompliance issues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency

• Animal Research Protocol Management – Intermediate
• Animal Welfare Compliance – Intermediate
• Compliance Auditing – Intermediate
• Documentation – Intermediate
• Interpersonal Skills – Intermediate
• Literature Review – Intermediate
• Oral and Written Communications – Intermediate
• Record Keeping – Intermediate
• Training and Development – Intermediate

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Animal Sciences, or a related field.
• Three years of related experience in laboratory animal research, laboratory animal care, or a training and compliance position.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma or graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Sr. Training & Compliance Specialist

Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Online Audio and Video Media

Benefits & Total Rewards

Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports employees’ health, life, career, and retirement. More information can be found at https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to 2 years of non‑related college coursework may be applied toward the minimum education/experience requirements.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who are not yet eligible but are completing a final academic semester or quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate will be subject to a pre‑employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice‑involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity, and inclusion and advances these through its strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine. All faculty, staff, and students must receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID‑19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

Additional Provisions (Depending on Campus)

Pre‑employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, research subjects, or community contact requires documentation of immune status against rubella, measles, mumps, varicella, hepatitis B and Tdap. Received vaccinations will be administered at no cost in Occupational Health office.