Animal Care Facility Manager

Washington State University

Pullman, WA, US
Monthly: $4,942.10 - $7,567.00; hiring incentive u...
Supervise 10-15 employees
Manage facility budgets and resources
Ensure regulatory compliance
This role is essential for fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of animal care facilities

Job Summary

  • This role is essential for fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of animal care facilities.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement, and tuition waiver options.
  • Candidates must be willing to work rotating weekends, holidays, and report during inclement weather as an essential employee.

Matching Summary

This role is essential for fostering safe, high-quality research environments by ensuring the smooth operation of animal care facilities.

Salary

Monthly: $4,942.10 - $7,567.00; Hiring incentive up to $2,500.00 available; Overtime eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supervise 10-15 employees
  • Manage facility budgets and resources
  • Ensure regulatory compliance
  • Coordinate biohazardous waste handling
  • Provide animal handling training

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with rats mice and livestock
  • AALAS or ILAM certification
  • Ability to drive lift gate truck
  • Strong leadership in research settings

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in zoology or animal science
  • Three years of laboratory animal care experience
  • One year of supervisory experience required
  • Valid driver's license meeting departmental standards
  • Must obtain Lab Animal Technologist certification within one year

Work Rights

Must be US citizen or lawfully authorized non-US citizen

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