Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Expert guidance and support — including embedded professionals who work alongside your team — helps organizations involved in animal research establish and maintain compliant, ethical, and effective Animal Care and Use Programs, whether building an IACUC from the ground up or strengthening existing processes to meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance.
IACUC Staffing & Support Services
When you need hands-on assistance, our support services provide the people, training, and operational backing to keep your IACUC running effectively day to day.
- Temporary Staffing Support: We offer flexible engagements from a few months to several years, across roles ranging from front-line staff to committee members and program leadership. Our professionals are ready to step in immediately – so your program never skips a beat.
- Embedded Professional IACUC Staff: Some challenges call for more than a temporary placement — they require a seasoned professional who integrates with your team and operates as a trusted extension of your organization. Our embedded professionals bring deep expertise and help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.
- Regulatory Training and Education: We offer customized training programs for IACUC members, researchers, and staff, ensuring a clear understanding of animal welfare regulations and ethical considerations.
- Assistance in Conducting IACUC Semi-Annual Program Reviews and Facility Inspections: We assist the IACUC in performing comprehensive semi-annual evaluations of your Animal Care and Use Program and with facility inspections (virtually or on-site), ensuring adherence to the highest ethical and regulatory standards.
IACUC Consulting Services
From strategy to execution, our consulting services help institutions build, evaluate, and strengthen their IACUC programs to meet regulatory requirements and best practices
- IACUC Set Up: From initial development to implementation, we provide step-by-step guidance in establishing your Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee in accordance with federal, state, and institutional requirements.
- IACUC Process Evaluation and Enhancement: We evaluate your current IACUC processes to identify areas for improvement and help streamline operations, ensuring maximum efficiency and compliance.
- IACUC PHS/OLAW and USDA Compliance Evaluations: Our team conducts thorough evaluations to ensure your program meets all PHS and USDA legal and ethical standards.
- IACUC Policies, Procedures, Forms, and Checklists: We help develop, review, and update critical documentation, including policies, procedures, forms, and checklists to meet evolving regulatory and policy requirements as the expectations for Animal Care and Use Programs evolve.
- Accreditation Preparation and Response to Findings: We prepare institutions for AAALAC accreditation and reaccreditation, as well as regulatory visits, and assist with identifying and correcting issues necessary for gaining or retaining accreditation and compliance.
Why Choose HRP for IACUC Services?
- Expert Knowledge: With decades of experience in IACUC operations and regulatory compliance, our team provides unparalleled guidance and support.
- Customized Solutions: Every institution’s needs are different, and we tailor our services to meet the unique requirements of your Animal Care and Use Program.
- Compliance Assurance: We stay up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes and best practices, ensuring your program remains compliant with all federal and state, policies.
- Hands-On Support: From set-up to daily management, we provide practical, hands-on assistance to keep your IACUC functioning smoothly and effectively.
Would you like to learn more about IACUC Services?
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