Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Assist in the oversight of facility-wide husbandry operation activities to ensure efficient and effective performance as directed by the Facility Manager. Responsible for confirming adherence to DCM Standard Operating Procedures, Animal Welfare Regulations, IACUC policies, and quality care for animals. Participates in ensuring that all standard operating procedures are current and accurate and that occupational safety procedures are observed. This position reports to the Facility Manager and performs duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Job Description

• Supervise the daily activities of Husbandry Operations. Provide quality control checks to ensure proper practices are followed and provide training to maintain compliance. Communicate effectively with DCM leadership, research technicians, animal users, principal investigators/faculty, Facilities Maintenance, and EHS to assure safe and smooth operation.

• Manage up to forty direct and indirect reports.  Participate in decisions regarding recruitment, evaluation, development, and termination of employees. Serve as a rotating member on the recruiting team. Oversee caretaker work schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

• Coordinate the collection of husbandry and animal care data (e.g. census and log sheets). Assist in the assessment of staffing levels. Conduct time and motion studies and share data with Manager and DCM leadership to help make decisions regarding staffing levels and operational changes

• Assist in coordination of facility orders and verify that receipt and delivery of animals is properly performed. Provide oversight for receiving including equipment and gas delivery and pick up. Oversee animal transfer process.

• Validate that animal care staff are appropriately trained on all husbandry procedures. Identifies staff training needs in coordination with the Facility Supervisors, Facility Manager, and DCM training team. Assists and follow up with in-facility training of new hires after boot camp.

• Oversee or participate in special projects such as facility renovations. Monitors the progress toward the fulfillment of established goals and objectives utilizing measurement standards.

• Provide weekend, after hours, and holiday coverage on a rotational basis, including oversight of weekend/Holiday staff. The normal shift for this position may include Saturdays or Sundays on a regular basis.

• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment.
• Requires extensive safety training.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Stockroom or warehouse.
• Alternative work schedules.
• Exposure to chemicals.
• High noise environment.
• On-Call (Beeper).
• Requires protective devices.
• Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements.
• Exposure to moving machinery.
• Exposure to animals.
• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.

Physical Effort:

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically running or climbing.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less).
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs - 50 lbs).

Equipment:

• Office equipment.
• Simple hand tools.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (4 Years), Management/Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

Certified Manager of Animal Resource (CMAR) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)

Work Experience:

Laboratory Animal Care (4 Years)

Skills:

Animal Care, Animal Studies, Biomedical Research, Building High Performance Team, Cross-Functional Communications, Higher Education Technology, High-Integrity, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Oral Communications, Organizing, Prioritization, Quality Standards, Results-Oriented, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Written Communication

Grade

R10

Salary Range

$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.