Manager, Vivarium Operations

Carleton University; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carleton University seeks a Manager for Vivarium Operations to oversee animal care facilities and ensure compliance with various standards. Candidates should have a strong background in veterinary technology and management, with a commitment to animal welfare and organizational leadership. Join a respected institution known for its contributions to research and community impacts.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of veterinary experience, including two years in management.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and animal care standards.
• Experience with advanced rodent surgery and training students.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the animal facilities.
• Ensure compliance with OMAFRA and CCAC standards.
• Support the University Veterinarian in service optimization.

Skills

Operational management

Leadership

Animal care management

Cultural competency

Education

Three year college diploma in Veterinary Technology

Registered Veterinary Technologist

Certified Manager of Animal Resources

Job description

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Job Number: J0924-0290

Job Title: Manager, Vivarium Operations

Job Type: Continuing Full Time

Department: Animal Care Veterinary Services

Job Category: Administrative Management

Number of Positions: 1

Salary (with Salary Rate): 72,870.00 - 94,731.00/Year

Assignment Duration From: 26/09/2024

Employee Group: Administrative Management

Salary Level: NU04

Hours Per Week: 35

Date Position Available: 26/09/2024

About Carleton University

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023, 2024 and 2025, and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day management of operations of Carleton’s animal facilities (core vivaria and satellite facilities), and optimization of services to animal researchers. Supports the University Veterinarian in ensuring CU’s animal facilities supports the university’s teaching and research requirements and adheres to the Ontario Ministry of Agricultural Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), Animals for Research Act (ARA), Canadian Council of Animal Care (CCAC) and Institutional Animals Care Committee (ACC) standards and guidelines.

Qualifications

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of operational management and leadership concepts practices including program/service delivery models, policy development, planning, budgeting, performance measurement management, and human resources
• Knowledge of animal vivarium and laboratory program design, delivery, assessment, and evaluation methodologies, processes, and practices
• Knowledge of relevant governing legislation, collective agreements, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of office as well as the broader university academic units, departments, and divisions
• Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices
• Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity
• Knowledge is used to lead animal care vivarium
  
  

Education And Experience

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

• Three year college diploma in Veterinary Technology or Equivalent
• Registered Veterinary Technologist
• Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist
• Certified Manager of Animal Resources/ Registered Masters Laboratory Technology Certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of four years of previous animal veterinary experience including two years of management and leadership experience
• Experience with advanced rodent surgery, teaching or training students, troubleshooting equipment, strong background in genetics
  
  

HR Note

Please note that applicants will be considered on an ongoing basis. This competition will remain open until filled.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

Health and Safety Requirements

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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