Program Coordinator II

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Level: P

Please note, this position is a 2-year temporary full-time contract opportunity covering a leave.

Secondments are Welcome

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About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

ACVS’s vision is advancing excellence in research through collaborative and innovative service, education, and animal welfare.

Responsibilities

In support of the Institutional Veterinarians, the Office of Research Ethics (ORE) and the Animal Care Committee (ACC), the Program Coordinator is primarily responsible for coordinating regulatory visits conducted at Western and its affiliates, in accordance with the Post Approval Monitoring Program and PAM Visits by Animal Health Professionals Policies and other ACC procedures. As per these policies, the role will coordinate and conduct Animal Use Protocol visits, Facility and Extra-Vivarial Space visits, ACC Directed Evaluations and Field Research Reviews. The Program Coordinator will provide administrative support and contribute to ensuring that best practices are advanced for both animal health and welfare, and animal-based science. The role will act as a point of contact regarding these programs and policies, and draft relevant reports and materials.

Qualifications

Education:

• Community College Diploma in Animal Care or related field
• Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT)
• Veterinary Technician and/or Registered Veterinary Technician preferred

Experience:

• 5 years' experience in lab animal research setting or equivalent using animal models in a CCAC or AALAC accredited facility
• Experience with multiple species of animals preferred
• Experience performing a variety of animal related procedures and techniques preferred
• Experience monitoring animal health preferred
• Experience writing and reviewing animal use protocols preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work with a variety of animal species, access, and conduct work in a variety of holding and procedure areas
• Familiarity with best practices for assessing, developing, and implementing new business processes and procedures and with best practices for handling sensitive and confidential information
• In-depth knowledge of the regulations and guidelines governing research
• Knowledge of common lab animals, their behavior, diseases, and health monitoring strategies
• Knowledge of anesthesia, surgery, injection techniques, model selection, containment procedures, facility operations
• Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety issues as it relates to animal research
• Ability to act on new information and effectively contribute to a changing environment
• Interpersonal skills to seek out and build relationships with supported units, clients, and other stakeholders to improve service delivery
• Communication skills to translate information into easily understood terms, summarize information, and provide a rationale for action
• Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate information and make appropriate decisions or recommendations
• Detail oriented with an ability to function and process information with a high level of accuracy and to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input and suggest remedies that meet the needs of the situation in a collegial and supportive manner
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software
• Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively and professionally communicate University and external regulations, guidelines, policies, and practices to key stakeholders
• Ability to apply tact and respond to challenging situations with diplomacy, calmness and good judgment

Union Statement

Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.

Background Checks

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce a current Police Information Check from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.