Animal Care Supervisor

Summary:

The Animal Care Supervisor oversees daily operations of animal care facilities, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and maintaining high standards of animal welfare. This role supervises a team of animal care staff, manages facility equipment, develops and implements policies, and supports training and compliance programs. The position requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in research support environments.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of animal care staff, including scheduling, work assignments, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of facility equipment such as cagewashers, tunnelwashers, autoclaves, and vacuum systems.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols for animal husbandry and facility operations.
• Assist with hiring, training, and disciplinary actions for animal care personnel, ensuring effective team performance.
• Support disease control and treatment programs in collaboration with veterinary staff, and direct husbandry activities.
• Monitor compliance with regulations governing the use of animals in research and assist with related training for technical and investigative staff.
• Provide emergency coverage for animal facility operations and perform census/data reporting as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotation for facility operations and travel periodically between local campuses as required.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience required; 3-5 years preferred.
• Experience in a research support environment and knowledge of regulations governing animal research.
• Demonstrated productivity and effective interpersonal skills.
• AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification required within 1 year; LATG certification preferred.
• Ability to develop and oversee training programs for animal care staff.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call coverage and periodic travel between campuses.
• Remote work may be available one day per week, depending on workload and operational needs.