Melanie Lucas

  • Director of the IACUC
Office for Research Protections
IACUC
101 Technology Center Innovation Park University Park, PA 16802
Email: 
mxf238@psu.edu
Phone Number: 
814-865-2953

Job Responsibilities:

  • Leads and manages day-to-day activities of the IACUC program in the ORP
  • Manages compliance processes and activities related to the use of controlled substances in research
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations and policies related to the use of animals in research, testing, and teaching
  • Serves as a committee member on the IACUC
  • Presents seminars and workshops on the use of animals in research, testing, and teaching to faculty, staff, and students
  • Responsible for the development of policies, guidelines, and procedures for the IACUC program
  • Manages compliance process and outreach activities related to the use of controlled substances in research.

Education:

CPIA, Certified Professional in IACUC Administration
MS, Environmental Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University
BS, Biology, The Pennsylvania State University