Animal Care Facility Manager

Washington State University

Pullman, WA, US
Base: $4,942.10 - $7,567.00 monthly; bonus/equity:...
Supervise 10-15 employees in animal facility
Manage budgets and allocate resources
Ensure compliance with animal care guidelines
This role is essential to fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of Integrated Vivarium Services

Job Summary

  • This role is essential to fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of Integrated Vivarium Services.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement, and employee tuition waiver.
  • Candidates may receive a hiring incentive payment of up to $2,500.00 to support recruitment in a competitive market.

Matching Summary

This role is essential to fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of Integrated Vivarium Services.

Salary

Base: $4,942.10 - $7,567.00 monthly; Bonus/Equity: Up to $2,500.00 hiring incentive; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, retirement, tuition waiver

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supervise 10-15 employees in animal facility
  • Manage budgets and allocate resources
  • Ensure compliance with animal care guidelines
  • Coordinate biohazardous waste handling
  • Provide training on animal handling techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with rats, mice, and livestock
  • Ability to drive lift gate truck
  • AALAS or ILAM certification preferred
  • Knowledge of research integrity standards

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in zoology or animal science
  • Three years experience in laboratory animal care
  • One year of supervisory experience required
  • Valid driver's license meeting departmental standards
  • Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment
  • Eligible for US citizenship or work authorization

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizen

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