ARC Shipping & Inventory Analyst

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal Resources Center at the University of Chicago seeks an Operations Analyst to lead the ARC dock operations, manage animal care supplies, and coordinate shipments. You will oversee ordering, receiving, and inspection of animal arrivals and maintain USDA documentation and logs.

The role collaborates with the Research Support Team and OSRF cores, supporting inventory control, data analysis, and preparation of reports. A detail-oriented professional is encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• College or university degree in a related field.
• Less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Responsibilities

• Leads operational activities related to the ARC dock, including receipt, storage, and distribution of lab animal care supplies and equipment.
• Orders, receives, inspects research animal arrivals/shipments and generates delivery reports.
• Maintains inventory reorder levels and ensures uninterrupted service with logs.
• Builds relationships with vendors and serves as main contact for purchases.
• Inspects ARC transport vehicles to meet USDA and AAALAC standards and coordinates driver scheduling.
• Supports OSRF cores with equipment movement and storage when needed.
• Maintains data and specimens; conducts literature reviews and assists with reports.

Skills

Outlook

Word

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

The Animal Resources Center at the University of Chicago seeks an Operations Analyst to lead the ARC dock operations, manage animal care supplies, and coordinate shipments. You will oversee ordering, receiving, and inspection of animal arrivals and maintain USDA documentation and logs.

The role collaborates with the Research Support Team and OSRF cores, supporting inventory control, data analysis, and preparation of reports. A detail-oriented professional is encouraged to apply.