Animal Care Lab Manager: Research Ops & Compliance

Washington State University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington State University seeks an Animal Care Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the CVM large animal research program in Pullman, WA. You will direct animal care, research procedures, compliance with IACUC and AAALAC rules, and maintain records.

You will supervise staff, manage resources, and provide guidance on handling, euthanasia, and anesthesia to support valid research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in zoology, animal science, or closely related field and three (3) years of experience in a laboratory animal care facility with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience.
• Certification as a Laboratory Animal Technologist may be required within one (1) year of employment. Knowledge of WSU IACUC rules and AAALAC International Organization rules.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations as they relate to animal care, animal research procedures, animal use compliance and record keeping.
• Supervise research animal care staff (temporary and permanent) and allocate resources including budget responsibilities.
• Instruct staff and students in handling, restraint, blood withdrawal, injection, euthanasia, anesthesia and related animal techniques and equipment usage.

Skills

Supervisory experience

IACUC knowledge

AAALAC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in zoology/animal science

Master’s degree substitution for experience

Job description

Washington State University seeks an Animal Care Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the CVM large animal research program in Pullman, WA. You will direct animal care, research procedures, compliance with IACUC and AAALAC rules, and maintain records.

You will supervise staff, manage resources, and provide guidance on handling, euthanasia, and anesthesia to support valid research outcomes.