Educational Training in Animal Research
Policy Statement
Policy Statement
For Investigators and Sponsors
Educational training in animal care and use is required for all researchers and faculty sponsors in projects with vertebrate and non-vertebrate animals. Evidence of completed training must be submitted with the research application to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
Training requirements will adhere to current standards and regulations disseminated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Public Health Service (PHS). In addition, specific species training and training related to the specific research protocol is required by the University. Training resources will be identified by the Director of Research and Sponsored Programs and made accessible to all investigators.
For IACUC Members and IACUC Administrative Personnel
Educational training in animal research is required for members and administrative personnel of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Training will be completed prior to the beginning of the appointment and annually. Training requirements will adhere to current standards and regulations disseminated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Public Health Service (PHS). Training resources will be identified by the Director of Research and Sponsored Programs and made accessible to all members and administrators.
Related Policies
- Animal Subjects in Research and Teaching
- Educational Training in Human Participants Protection for Investigators
- Educational Training in Human Participants Protection for IRB Members and IRB Administrative Personnel
- Institutional Review of Research Involving Human Participants
Related Committees
History
03/02/09 - Approved by the President of the University as recommended by the Policy Committee of the University
10/12/16 - Request from Research and Sponsored Programs to change the title of a position and the name of the department was approved by the President of the University as recommended by the Policy Committee of the University.