Animal Facility Manager

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Animal Facility Manager to join our team at the University of Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily operations of the animal facility, including husbandry and regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and long-range planning.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the daily operations of the animal facility, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining high standards of animal care and welfare.
  • Supervise and train animal welfare workers, providing regular feedback and evaluations to ensure they meet the required standards.
  • Monitor safety compliance for staff, visitors, and vendors, addressing any issues promptly.
  • Interface with primary investigators and research staff to troubleshoot and resolve problems related to facilities, husbandry, and animal care.
  • Maintain and archive records related to facility activities, census, and animal procurement using computer-based software.
  • Order feed, bedding, supplies, and equipment in support of animal facility operations.
  • Develop, revise, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manage employee records regarding training and occupational medicine.
Requirements
  • Graduation from a vocational or technical school plus 5-7 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • AALAS certification at the LATG level preferred; required within 6 months.
  • Experience managing a laboratory animal facility or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated supervisory knowledge, including motivational techniques and professional development/training methods.
  • Demonstrated program management knowledge, including basic statistical methods, budget development and oversight, and knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations for the workplace.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to helping others reach their full potential.
  • Ability to work in an emotionally taxing field - a positive attitude and sense of humor are essential.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stay standing or active during entire shift.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects and animals of up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, and other strenuous activities.
Benefits

Penn offers a competitive benefits package, including excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our website and submit your resume and cover letter as one attachment.



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