Position Summary

Performs, oversees, and coordinates projects and husbandry services in the research animal facility. Oversees one or more entire animal facilities to promote smooth operation, regulatory compliance, and productive interaction with staff from research laboratories. Manages the animal care and husbandry program, along with the operation and maintenance of the animal facilities in accordance with the regulations and guidelines of Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service, and University policies. Manages the animal care operations and budget to assure a quality animal care program that supports the research and teaching at Washington University.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the supervisors and staff in the designated area.
• Manage up to forty direct and indirect reports, including interviewing, on-the-job training, performance management and evaluation, career development discussions, and oversight of employee work schedules and attendance.
• Monitor daily operations, such as coordination of preventive maintenance and sanitizing schedules within the facilities and for associated equipment to assure they are in compliance with government regulations and standard operating procedures and policies.
• Maintain records to allow accurate reporting for regulatory compliance.
• Manage personnel and supply budget; ensure optimal availability of supplies and equipment for use in the efficient operation of the animal research facilities.
• Communicate effectively with research technicians, animal users, principal investigators/faculty, Facilities Maintenance, and EHS to assure safe and smooth operation of the animal facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, relevant professional certification (e.g. CMAR certification by AALAS), at least six years of relevant supervisory experience in a regulated environment such as a research animal facility or hospital.
• Experience with ABSL2 and ABSL3 is highly desired.
• Ability to understand of regulations regarding research animals and safety. 
• Demonstrated effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• The ability to organize and prioritize work for self and staff. 
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus six years of relevant experience in university, hospital or large corporate/industrial complex; or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling ten years, with at least three years of relevant experience at the supervisory or managerial level.
• Experience should include line responsibility for technical personnel.
  
  

Apply for Position

Apply for this position on http://jobs.wustl.edu, job #JR73785.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All current employees and contingent workers receiving an offer for employment may be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings may include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

About Washington University in St Louis

The Division of Comparative Medicine at Washington University in St Louis is embarking on an exciting growth phase, with the newly constructed animal facility, and further development of is existing programs in gnotobiotics, large animal surgery, non-human primate medicine, and laboratory diagnostics. The new facility has state-of-the-art vertical vivarium design with one floor dedicated to NHPs and the capacity to hold 40,000 cages of rodents. Consistently ranked among the top medical schools by U.S. News and World Report, Washington University School of Medicine is one of the largest recipents of funding for research and training from the National Institutes of Health, having received $533 million in total research support in fiscal year 2021.

Connections working at Washington University in St Louis