Animal Care & Operations Manager

• Associate degree in Animal Science (or a similar biological science) OR an equivalent combination of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and demonstrated relevant experience.
• Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LATG) level. Strong candidates without LATG certification may be considered and are required to obtain LATG certification within 24 months if hired.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Demonstrated experience working with a variety of animals in an animal research or animal production facility with time served in a supervisory role.
• Experience working in the specialized or complex function or program (e.g., gnotobiotics; ABSL3 or select agent biocontainment) relevant to the position and preferably in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• Ability to pass an FBI background check and obtain within 12 months of hire and maintain a federal government Security Risk Assessment (SRA) clearance to work in ABSL-3 select agent facilities.
• Strong working knowledge of animal husbandry practices and procedures for common laboratory animals.
• Strong working knowledge of all animal facility functional areas and operations, including cage wash facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Ability to work directly with a variety of laboratory animal species.
• Ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE) appropriate for the species, animal housing conditions, or work area.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; push, pull, reach, and bend repeatedly; lift and move 50 lbs., including caging and bags of animal feed and bedding; visualize, assess, handle, and restrain both small and large animal species; work with and negotiate around animal facility caging and equipment; operate mechanical equipment required by the position; accurately and legibly document written information; utilize email; and effectively communicate verbally. Vaccinations and/or TB testing may be required to work in some animal holding areas.
• Basic computer skills including the ability to utilize common software applications (e.g., email, Word, Excel).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to face and resolve conflict.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Animal Science or a similar biological science.
• Aquatic experience for positions that support zebrafish and other aquatic species.

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Commensurate with experience, starting at $75,000

Hours per week

We are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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