Who Can be Listed as PI on an IACUC Protocol?

Principal investigators (PIs) submitting applications need to be members of the UCSC faculty or academic research staff. They can also be members of the Academic Senate, including retired members of the Academic Senate.

The Principal Investigator is also the first person listed on any grant. They should be individuals with experience and training in the area of animal research and will be held responsible for reviewing the protocol and overseeing the project. Students may not serve as a Principal Investigator and must have faculty sponsorship.

PIs are responsible for ensuring that everyone involved in the research protocol uses animals according to the IACUC-approved application and has respect for all applicable laws, regulations and policies.

If you have any questions regarding these guidelines, please refer to Training Requirements.

In special circumstances, a non-UCSC PI may be approved.

For further information contact iacuc@ucsc.edu.