Team Leader, Behavior

About the role

The Team Leader, Behavior provides day-to-day leadership and operational support to the Behavior team responsible for promoting the psychological well-being, appropriate socialization, and behavioral health of nonhuman primates (NHPs). This position serves as a working lead and subject matter resource for Behavior Technicians, supporting daily work assignments, behavioral observations, socialization activities, training, documentation, and implementation of approved behavioral management plans. The Team Leader works closely with the Behavior Manager, Operations, Veterinary Services, and Animal Care teams to ensure behavioral concerns are identified, communicated, documented, and addressed in accordance with established procedures, animal welfare standards, and regulatory requirements.

At Inotiv, our work helps advance the development of new medicines and therapies that can improve people's lives. As a leading global contract research organization (CRO), we partner with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world. Bringing together scientists, researchers, technical experts, and business professionals, we provide the expertise and collaboration needed to move research forward. Our people make this work possible, and we value the knowledge, ideas, and contributions each person brings to the team. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, Inotiv offers opportunities to learn, grow, and play a meaningful role in advancing treatments for patients around the world.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily directives and work assignments to Behavior Technicians.
• Coordinate team priorities based on animal needs, operational activities, behavioral concerns, and departmental workload.
• Serve as the first point of contact for routine questions and operational concerns within the Behavior team.
• Assist with onboarding, training, coaching, and development of new and existing team members.
• Monitor employee performance and provide timely feedback to the Behavior Manager.
• Reinforce expectations related to attendance, professionalism, teamwork, documentation, safety, and animal welfare.
• Escalate employee relations, performance, or conduct concerns to the Behavior Manager and Human Resources as appropriate.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across Behavior, Operations, Veterinary Services, Enrichment, and Animal Care teams.
• Support implementation of the facility's behavioral management and psychological well-being programs.
• Conduct and/or oversee behavioral observations and assessments of NHPs.
• Identify changes in behavior, social compatibility, or psychological well-being and communicate concerns through established channels.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of individual behavioral management plans.
• Support appropriate socialization,