Institutional Biosafety Administrator at Rice University in Houston, Texas

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Position Summary
The Office of Research Integrity is seeking an Institutional Biosafety Administrator to coordinate and enhance research compliance processes in accordance with Rice's biosafety program. THey will provide information and support for Rice faculty, students, and staff to ensure compliance with state and federal research guidelines for recombinant and synthetic nucleic acids, biohazards, and other biological materials.

This position offers a flexible work schedule, with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or related field
• 2 year of related experience

Skills Required

• Significant working knowledge of biological research procedures and terminology
• Understanding and familiarity with laboratory research methods and safety practices
• Excellent computer skills and understanding of databases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting, with diverse individuals
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work on confidential and sensitive matters with tact and discretion

Preferences

• Master's Degree or PhD in a scientific field related to IBC activities
• Familiarity and experience with NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules
• Professional biosafety credential, such as a Registered Biological Safety Professional (RBP) or Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP)
• Familiarity and experience with preparing documents for review by a university compliance committee
• Familiarity and experience with extramural funding for research

Essential Functions

• Supports initiatives of the Office of Research Integrity
• Serves as essential support staff in close partnership with the biosafety officer and Chair of the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
• Provides guidance and assistance to the campus community to interpret and apply research compliance regulations and requirements
• Performs review of complex research protocols with some supervision
• Coordinates with the Chair of the Institutional Biosafety Committee to support all functions of the Institutional Biosafety Committee, with primary responsibility for managing review documents, preparing meeting minutes, corresponding with committee members, and communicating on behalf of the Committee
• Coordinates with Environmental Health and Safety and Lab Operations to ensure coherent guidance about related research practices
• Assists with the development, implementation, and management of efficient policies and procedures to facilitate the processing of research compliance protocols in accordance with university and federal regulatory requirements
• Manages the development and improvement of new protocol submission processes, electronic systems, and training modules
• Assists with internal inquiries and audits of sensitive matters of research compliance and integrity
• Assists with preparation and filing of reports to oversight agencies as appropriate
• Performs all other duties as assigned

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Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.

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