Animal Care Supervisor - Comparative Medicine

About the role

The Lab Coordinator - Animal Sciences is responsible for daily laboratory services and operations including ensuring equipment and instrumentation are maintained; creating/updating/revising procedural manuals and ensuring compliance; training and supervising staff; contributing to diagnostic services and research-specific laboratory testing; assisting with developing and reconciling budgets.

Responsibilities

• Schedule equipment and instrumentation preventive maintenance, calibration, repairs; secure service contracts;
• Develop/revise procedural manuals; train staff; ensure compliance with proper laboratory practices and procedures;
• Contribute to diagnostic services and research-specific laboratory testing; coordinate with investigators and research staff;
• Perform quantitative and qualitative chemical, hematological, microbiological, and microscopic analysis on various animal specimens;
• Refine and adapt testing methodologies as necessary;
• Prepare specimens for offsite testing including specimen submission, result compilation, and billing reconciliation;
• Cook up the laboratory diagnostics phase of sentinel animal program;
• Aid in developing, monitoring, and reconciling operational budgets; identify cost containment measures and maximize revenue sources; secure competitive pricing; develop fee structures; resolve monthly billing; compile monthly reports;
• Maintain awareness of animal science laboratory industry trends and regulatory requirements; update SOPs, guidelines, manuals, policies, and procedures; conduct training; enforce compliance; participate in compliance reviews; take correction action as required;
• Hire, train, coach, supervise, and evaluate employees; prepare schedules; communicate and enforce standards; promote professional development; adhere to Collective Bargaining Agreement; participate in grievance and arbitration hearings;
• Monitor laboratory environmental sustainability programs including recycling, conservation, or waste management.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum Work Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience

Qualifications

• Required Certifications: None

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory equipment and instrumentation; ability to maintain and troubleshoot equipment; strong organizational and administrative skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Salary range: $59,580.00 - $86,400.00
Benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children.

Pay

$59,580.00 - $86,400.00

Schedule

Not specified