Laboratory Animal Services Operations Manager
Jefferson HealthAbout the role
Job Details
Oversee the biomedical research facility operation of ~ 10,000 cages (40,000 sq. ft.) of laboratory animals on campus between two buildings and 5 facilities. Interfaces with Director of Laboratory Animal Services, campus facilities, construction project managers, third party vendors and federal regulatory bodies on a frequent basis to comply with federal regulations in a biomedical research setting. Directly and indirectly manages 29-30 facility staff to provide a high standard in training, husbandry and facility operations. Essential employee.Job Description
- Interacts respectively with all investigators and lab members on a routine basis for the successful outcome of research animal studies.
- Leads interactions with union husbandry staff and leadership
- Manages animal supervisory staff and drives initiatives and improvements within husbandry operations.
- Interacts closely with veterinary staff in support of health, maintenance and care of laboratory animals.
- Writes, reviews and develops departmental policies, procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Develops and oversees departmental training and education program according to established Standard Operating Procedure.
- Manages and assigns space for laboratory animals.
- Works closely with the Business Manager assigned to support both the business office and Office of Research Administration.
- Responsible for the procurement of all capital equipment and supplies for the laboratory animal facilities
- Coordinates contractual maintenance programs on specialized industrial equipment (e.g., sterilizers, cage washers) with the TJU Maintenance Department
- Attend facility construction project update meetings and represent the department’s best interest and the interest of the welfare of the animals
- Liaison with Jefferson University Facilities on current, aging, and future infrastructure with frequent rounds, meetings and collaborations.
- Understanding of federal regulations that comply with biomedical research such as The Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, PHS Policy and the Animal Welfare Act
- Knowledge of different biomedical research facility specific equipment such as tunnel, rack washers, variety of rodent and USDA cage types and automated facility systems
- Ability to communicate to all levels within the institution including animal care staff to department chairs on critical issues pertaining to research support
- Critical thinking skills in the face of facility emergencies, customized goals from stakeholders and employee deployment
Education - Required
• High School Diploma/GED and
Education - Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree
Experience - Required
• 5 years progressively responsible experience in laboratory animal research facility operations, including regulatory
compliance, accreditation and regulatory site visit preparation, and supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required
• Proficient and professional etiquette with email and phone communication. Proficient with Word, Excel and cage card
managing systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations, guidelines, and accreditation standards
governing laboratory animal care and use, including animal welfare and biomedical research compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of laboratory animal facility operations, equipment, technologies, and infrastructure, including cage
processing systems, automated environmental controls, animal housing systems, and related support equipment.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence
stakeholders at all organizational levels, including frontline staff, researchers, administrators, and executive leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex operational challenges, assess risks, and develop effective solutions in
dynamic and high-pressure environments.
• Strategic planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, allocate resources, and support
evolving research and institutional needs.
• Knowledge of personnel management practices, including staff development, performance management, workforce
planning, and labor relations.
• Knowledge of PHS Policy and Animal Welfare Act
Licenses and Certifications - Preferred
• LATG - Laboratory Animal Technologist - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science or
• LAT - Laboratory Animal Technician - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science or
• CMAR - Certified Manager of Animal Resources - American Associat
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