Assistant Project Manager: Operations & Contract Oversight

Priority One Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority One Services seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the NIH/NIEHS contract operations and oversight of Breeding and Cagewash areas. You will supervise staff, manage budgets and reports, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with supervisors, program staff, and government liaisons.

You will coordinate training, performance reviews, and documentation, while aligning with facility management standards and safety policies to maintain AAALAC-accredited operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or animal science preferred; relevant education may substitute for experience.
• LATG certification required with at least four years in a rodent facility, including supervisory experience.
• Training in microbiology, biology, animal husbandry, and rodent breeding required.
• Familiarity with AAALAC accreditation requirements and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and oversight to all positions supporting the contract.
• Organize and manage the Breeding and Cagewash areas.
• Plan and allocate staff resources to ensure coverage of tasks.
• Monitor overtime and report to the government.
• Ensure compliance with NIEHS SOPs and safety requirements.
• Coordinate training and document employee progress and performance.
• Prepare reports, budgets, and communications using MS Office.
• Serve as liaison with Contracting Officer's Representative and stakeholders.
• Develop action plans to manage contract tasks and provide resources to supervisors.
• Support HR activities related to employee relations and workforce administration.
• Maintain disaster preparedness documentation and emergency procedures.
• Set and monitor performance goals for Priority One Services employees.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

English proficiency

Microsoft Word/Excel

eSirius / facility mgmt

AAALAC familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or animal science

LATG certification

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel

Job description

Priority One Services seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the NIH/NIEHS contract operations and oversight of Breeding and Cagewash areas. You will supervise staff, manage budgets and reports, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with supervisors, program staff, and government liaisons.

You will coordinate training, performance reviews, and documentation, while aligning with facility management standards and safety policies to maintain AAALAC-accredited operations.