ADMINISTRATION
AND FINANCE
The Division of Administration and Finance is responsible for the management of the business practices, the facilities, and the pre- and post-analytic processes related to laboratory testing. Business management for the laboratory is centralized in the Coralville laboratory facility. Staff that oversee the pre- and post- analytical processes are located in the Coralville, Ankeny and Milford laboratories.

Safety and Security

The Safety and Security section is responsible for ensuring that all sections of the laboratory are compliant with protocols related to the Hygienic Laboratory’s CDC Tier 1 Select Agent classification, Laboratory Response Network assignment, OSHA regulations, EPA Certification and University of Iowa requirements. The section provides oversight, investigation and implementation of corrective actions to ensure the safety and security of the staff, students and guests.

Safety and Security is responsible for inspections, including review and tracking of injuries for the three laboratories. Oversight also assures that staff follow biosafety best practices.