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The Cleveland Clinic's Research and Innovation and Education Institute is a core component of the institution's mission, focused on advancing medical knowledge and patient care through research, education, and translating scientific discoveries into practical applications. This institute includes various centers and programs such as the Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic Innovations, and the Education Institute, all working together to improve healthcare outcomes. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career.

As a Program Manager supporting the Biological Resource Unit (BRU), you will manage and maintain initiatives related to your assigned program, ensuring that department activities comply with all laboratory animal care and use regulations. You will assist in developing, reviewing and updating departmental standard operating procedures/policies, perform inspections and audits of facilities and work practices and help create educational programs for department employees and researchers to ensure compliance. In this role, you will also work closely with other compliance-oriented entities, including the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, the Biosafety Office and the Research Compliance Office, to coordinate and maintain a comprehensive program of compliance activities.

A caregiver in this role works days from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

+ Develop, implement, manage, and maintain operational systems and activities.

+ Serve as a liaison with all levels of the organization and outside community.

+ Manage multiple priorities and projects with competing deadlines.

+ Allocate time to meet completion requirements.

+ Serve as a coach, liaison and mentor for other positions in the department.

+ Review and monitor adherence to Human Resources policies and corporate compliance procedures.

+ Assists the Director with developing compliance education for department employees and researchers.

+ Monitor compliance with policies and action plans, measuring the effectiveness of the compliance program.

+ Assist the Director with developing or revising policies and procedures to comply with regulatory changes.

+ Conduct regular audits and reviews of research work practices, driving changes as needed to ensure compliance.

+ Receive compliance complaints and inquiries and ensure all matters are appropriately investigated.

+ Assist in preparing formal responses to governmental or regulatory audits and inquiries.

+ Maintain accurate documentation of all reported concerns, investigative findings, and final resolutions.

+ Promptly inform the Director and/or Veterinarians of any matter warranting their attention.

+ Provide training to BRU staff and researchers on compliance requirements and changes in research operating procedures.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or a related field **and** two years of experience in project management, data analysis and systems training

+ **OR** High School Diploma/GED **and** six years of experience

+ **OR** Associate's Degree **and** four years of experience

+ **OR** Master's Degree **and** one year of experience

+ Knowledge of statistical and financial analysis, primary research and business plan development

+ AALAS LATG certification is required within 18 months of hire

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

+ Experience in a healthcare setting

+ Extensive knowledge of laboratory animal regulations, animal facility operations, research methods using animals, and governance of laboratory animal research

+ Two years in a supervisory or lead role or demonstrated progressively responsible experience

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

+ Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

+ Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

+ Ability to travel throughout the hospital system

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $25.13

Maximum hourly: $38.33

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities