Compliance Veterinarian

**VPRI Research Integrity**:

- Competition No.

**A109251565**
- Closing Date

**Aug 01, 2023**

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Temporary Librarian, Administrative and Professional Officer (TLAPO) Agreement, this position is an initial appointment of two years, with the possibility of renewal, and offers a comprehensive benefits package found at Faculty & Staff Benefits and annual salary range which will be commensurate with qualifications.

**Location** - This is an in-person role and is based out of North Campus Edmonton.

**Working for the University of Alberta**

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

**Department Summary**

As one of the top 5 research universities in Canada, the University of Alberta's research and innovation spans many fields and disciplines. Our researchers’ expertise and strength attract over $600 million annually from various research funders and partners including federal and provincial governments, industry, foundations, and other organizations. VPRI supports the university's research function, helping ensure those involved in research, partnership and innovation activities adhere to the highest operational, financial, legal, ethical and safety standards. We also develop and administer policies to ensure regulatory compliance.

**Position Summary**

Reporting to the University Veterinarian, the Compliance Veterinarian will play a pivotal role in the Animal Care and Use program in the Research Integrity portfolio at the University of Alberta, ensuring the ethical and humane treatment of animals in research, teaching, and testing activities. This position is involved in supporting and promoting scholarly integrity and improving institutional oversight as well as ensuring compliance with the Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) standards and guidelines and other regulatory requirements.

The position will work closely with the University Veterinarian, Research Integrity Support (RIS) administrative staff, ACUC chairs, Animal Service Unit (Facility) veterinarians and staff, researchers, and other stakeholders to ensure the ethical and responsible use of animals in research, teaching, and testing activities at the University of Alberta. The position will ensure that animal care and use are in accordance with the guidelines and standards of the Canadian Council on Animal Care and the CALAM Standards of Veterinary Care and other federal and provincial animal protection legislative requirements including the Health of Animals Act, Alberta Animal Protection Act and Alberta Veterinary Profession Act. The main responsibilities will include leadership in the Post Approval Monitoring program and other activities to ensure compliance with CCAC standards and approved protocols, supporting training programs for research personnel, and working with and providing laboratory animal veterinary expertise to the Animal Care and Use Committee.

**Duties**

As part of the Research Integrity Support portfolio team responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the University’s Animal Care and Use Program and working under the direct supervision and authority of the University Veterinarian, the Compliance Veterinarian will conduct work in the following areas:

- Compliance Oversight: Operate closely with the ACUC, Animal Service Unit veterinarians and all researchers, staff and students involved with animal research and teaching to identify and rectify compliance issues relevant to the policies and guidelines established by the UA in accordance with the Canadian Council on Animal Care.
- ACUC Support: Serve as a voting member of the Animal Care and Use Committees (ACUCs), providing veterinary expertise to facilitate efficient and effective ACUC reviews. Review protocols and SOPs and work with researchers to ensure acceptable veterinary standards related to surgical, perioperative and experimental procedures, including animal handling and restraint, anesthesia and analgesia agent selection, substance administrat