Veterinary Sciences, Technical Operations, Manager

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The Non-Clinical Safety and Veterinary Sciences organization enables the safe conduct of clinical studies and marketing applications while applying the core underlying principles of robust science & problem solving, 3R’s (reduce, replace, and refine), animal welfare, and quality & compliance to our nonclinical efforts. While focusing on transforming patients’ lives through science, we intend to be an industry-leading nonclinical safety evaluation, laboratory animal science and medicine organization with high scientific, quality, & employee safety standards.

Here, you’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. You’ll pursue innovative ideas while advancing professionally alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma.

Position Responsibilities

Manages the daily operations of multiple animal facilities and specialty area(s) including USDA regulated species, infectious disease/BSL2 areas, and support of in-vivo pharmacology/biology study areas.  Maintains full ownership of assigned area(s) of responsibility as subject matter expert requiring minimal manager oversight. Responsible for upholding regulatory and welfare standards as they pertain to laboratory animal care, husbandry, facilities, and the overall animal macro environment. Sets standards and provides guidance on daily operations, animal room preparation, environmental parameters, and relevant reports and takes corrective action as necessary. Assists in the oversight of daily activities and development of staff and programs. 

Works with PI’s and staff to optimize workflows for in-vivo studies. Reviews staff work assignments and ensures quality performance of assigned tasks.   Leads the reviews and updates VS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) according to the assigned review schedule. 

Manages and develops assigned staff consistent with Company strategy and to achieve departmental objectives. Leads supervisory team in developing cross functional capabilities and building team effectiveness.  Recommends, develops, and delivers training programs for VS employees and research staff on proper techniques required for compliance with research protocols.  Meets regularly with research staff to assess their research animal needs and appropriately plan for efficient program support.  Oversees the maintenance, use, disposition, and inventory of equipment for animal care or laboratory activities. Leverages basic knowledge and understanding of clinical observation and treatment methods to enhance animal care program and health and wellbeing of animals. Partners with staff to craft development plans in relation to company strategy to achieve departmental objectives.  Recommends, develops, and delivers training programs to create growth opportunities for VS and research staff. Supervises the maintenance, use, disposition, and inventory of equipment for animal care or laboratory activities.  Provides assistance with major project/program activities in the department which may involve multi-site interactions. 

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

• The individual is required to have knowledge of experimental methodology, facility operations, and knowledge of regulations and guidelines that govern animal care and use programs. 
• Must have mastery of all VS SOPs and a good understanding of related departmental procedures (EH&S, Facilities, etc.) and proficiency in integrating this knowledge with strategic objectives.