Merge Labs · 1 month ago
IACUC Coordinator
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$35/hr - $42/hrMerge Labs is a frontier research lab focused on bridging biological and artificial intelligence to enhance human capability. They are seeking a contract IACUC Coordinator to oversee animal research compliance, ensuring high standards for animal welfare and regulatory adherence while supporting protocol administration and training activities.
BiotechnologyBig DataHuman ResourcesSoftwareData Integration
Responsibilities
Coordinate submission, review, modification, and renewal of animal use protocols, amendments, and related documentation
Track protocol approval timelines, expiration dates, investigator communications, and required follow-up actions
Organize IACUC meetings, prepare agendas and meeting materials, document minutes, and maintain audit-ready records
Support semiannual program reviews and facility inspections, including tracking observations and corrective actions
Partner with the Attending Veterinarian, IACUC Chair, and research teams to support animal welfare oversight and protocol compliance
Help maintain alignment with applicable regulatory standards and guidance, including PHS Policy and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
Support post-approval monitoring activities and ensure accurate documentation of findings and resolutions
Serve as a resource for scientists and staff regarding protocol preparation, submission requirements, and compliance processes
Develop and maintain SOPs, templates, checklists, and internal guidance documents to improve consistency and efficiency
Coordinate onboarding and refresher training related to IACUC procedures, documentation expectations, and compliance workflows
Partner with veterinary and research staff to ensure personnel training requirements are appropriately documented and tracked
Support internal communications related to animal research operations, policy updates, and program improvements
Support implementation and day-to-day management of the electronic IACUC/protocol management system
Help configure workflows, templates, reviewer tools, and approval routing processes
Maintain accurate protocol and training records within electronic systems
Provide troubleshooting and user support for researchers and committee members
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, documentation quality, and process scalability as the program expands
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology, animal science, neuroscience, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline
Experience supporting animal research compliance, laboratory animal programs, research operations, or related functions in biotech, pharma, academia, or research environments
Familiarity with animal research regulations and guidance, including PHS Policy and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
Strong organizational and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with scientists, veterinarians, and operational teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment while maintaining high quality standards
Preferred
Prior experience directly supporting an IACUC or animal research oversight program
Familiarity with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals and PHS Policy; willingness to deepen expertise as needed
Experience working in startup, early-stage biotech, or rapidly scaling research environments
Familiarity with AAALAC-accredited or AAALAC-aligned programs
Company
Merge Labs
Merge Labs provides a single API to connect software applications with multiple third-party platforms.
Founded in 2025
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$252MKey Investors
OpenAI
2026-01-15Seed· $252M
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