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Vivarium Manager

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services

Vivarium Manager

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    COMPANY NAME:

    Eurofins Beacon Discovery

    JOB TITLE: 

    Vivarium Manager

    POSITION LOCATION:

    San Diego

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    We are seeking an experienced Vivarium Operations Manager to lead our growing vivarium operations, which conduct preclinical in vivo pharmacology studies in support of our client’s research needs. The Vivarium Manager is responsible for all aspects of our vivarium, including facility operations, staff supervision and staff training.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    ·         Manage all core vivarium operational activities, including animal husbandry.

    ·         Supervise training and documentation for vivarium staff and serve as technical resource for in vivo procedures.

    ·         Responsible for procurement of vivarium related items including purchase and receipt of rodents, cages, feed and other items necessary for daily operations.

    ·         Develop and maintain vivarium SOPs, policies and guidelines in compliance with animal care and use protocol, IACUC, and AAALAC guidance. Participate as chair of the IACUC; ensure vivarium readiness for IACUC and potential AAALAC inspections.

    ·         Ensure vivarium environmental conditions and animal usage are monitored, recorded and in compliance with protocols and guidance. Coordinate with in vivo pharmacology team to help plan and schedule studies, ensuring that resources and staff are in place.

    ·         Maintain high standards of animal welfare, and compliance met by all staff

    ·         Monitor the operation of vivarium rooms, equipment and immediately report faults, concerns or suggestions.

    ·         Monitor cleanliness and sanitation of animal cages, rooms, halls, etc. and report any potential health

    issue.

    ·         Participate in interviews, onboarding, training, performance oversight and development of staff.

    ·         .

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    BASIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (BMQ):

    Bachelors or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field preferred but not required, with a minimum 10-15 years of relevant industry experience.

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE (BMQ):

    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences or related discipline preferred

    CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES (BMQ):

    • AALAS certification: ALAT, LAT or LATG preferred

    • LVT, RVT, CVT preferred

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

    • Prior experience in a supervisory role, as well as vivarium management experience desired. Will oversee 2-5 employees

    ABILITY AND/OR SKILLS (BMQ):

    • Prior participation on an IACUC committee and familiarity working with AAALAC guidelines is highly valuable as the manager will be responsible for getting facility AAALAC accredited within first year of hire.

    • Must be detailed-orientated and consistent in experimental approach.

    • Must be team-oriented and experienced working with other scientists.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Additional Information

    DISCLAIMER:

     This position description is written as a guideline to inform employees of what is generally expected of them at each job level.  The description is not intended to be all encompassing or limiting in any manner; rather, it is hoped it will add understanding and better reflect the work performed at all levels of employment.  Duties and responsibilities other than those listed may be included as needed within the work group or the company as a whole.

    The above information may not be used or duplicated by others without written consent.

    EUROFINS IS A M/F, DISABLED, AND VETERAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.