Assoc Dir Veterinary Services & Vivarium Operations

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 154,800 - 252,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Fitness centers

Equity awards

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Regeneron's Vivarium Operations and Veterinary Services seeks an Associate Director in Tarrytown, NY. The role involves overseeing animal care programs, regulatory compliance, and supporting research activities. Candidates should possess a DVM and extensive leadership experience in a research environment, along with a commitment to animal welfare and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of animal care and use programs.
• 10+ years of related work experience.
• 7+ years of leadership/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Operational management and administrative direction of animal facilities.
• Ensuring compliance with animal welfare standards.
• Leadership in implementing animal research services and regulatory compliance.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

Job description

Regeneron's Vivarium Operations and Veterinary Services group, located in Tarrytown NY is seeking an Associate Director. In this role, you will play a vital role in our animal care and use program and consult with research investigators on all aspects of in vivo study design and preclinical animal model development. You will assist in assuring compliance with all federal, state and local laws and guidelines and institutional policies concerning the use of animals in biomedical research. You provide management oversight and administrative direction of the assigned animal facilities.

A Typical Day in the Role of Associate Director Might Look Like:

• Provides operational management and administrative direction of the assigned animal facilities.
• Assures that the care and welfare of laboratory animals are provided in accordance with internal and external standards & regulations.
• Performs or assigns management tasks effectively that furthers the goal of excellence in animal care and use in biomedical research.
• Assists the leadership in designing, developing, and implementing new systems and approaches that promote operational efficiencies and support the acceleration of research activities.
• Assists the Director (leadership) in creating and adhering to a developmental plan for backup and succession of key departmental personnel.
• Provides leadership in implementing the mission of animal research services, including animal care, regulatory compliance, research support, teamwork, and assuring the safety and well-being of personnel and animals.
• Ensures that the animal care and use program aligns with federal, state, and local regulations and standards, including the Animal Welfare Act, PHS Policy, and the ILAR Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. Maintains standards required for accreditation by AAALAC-I.
• Supports operational excellence by collecting metrics and operating trends within the animal care & welfare programs, including supporting the development and implementation of operational standard processes & procedures.
• Audits and evaluates systems, operations, and/or processes for compliance with appropriate work instructions/standard operating procedures and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Conducts business process reviews with a focus on continuous improvement, efficiencies, and global harmonization.
• Conducts annual site visits using a collegial and peer-reviewed approach.
• Participates in the local business continuity and disaster planning for the animal facilities
• Participates in the laboratory animal medicine post-doctoral resident training program.
• Participates in veterinary support and assists investigators in protocol and animal model development, advising them in experimental design regarding animal welfare and adequate veterinary care issues. Provides input to research projects in support of Regenerons portfolio.
• Review or consult on research animal proposals submitted for IACUC review.
• Serves on a rotational basis to provide veterinary care coverage on weekends and holidays.
• Planning and implementation of animal health surveillance programs.
• Participates in site visits/consultations by external oversight organizations (AAALAC-International, USDA).
• Subject matter expertise in common laboratory animal surgical procedures, analgesia, and anesthesia.
• Awareness of current industry best practices in the breeding and handling of transgenic animal models.

This Role May Be For You If You:

• Possess an in-depth understanding of animal care and use programs, have strong organizational and scientific skills to develop innovative technologies and optimally collaborate within a large, multi-faceted organization
• Possess strong initiative to complete tasks and drive new technologies related to Veterinary Services
• Are capable of multi-tasking, working both independently and within a collaborative environment.

This role requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college or equivalent. American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine certified or board eligible strongly preferred. 10+ years of related work experience, with 7+ or more years of leadership/management experience and 5 +years of work experience in progressively responsible roles in a large research organization, including supervision and personnel management. Detailed knowledge in the practice of veterinary medicine focused on laboratory animal medicine strongly preferred.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

Salary Range (annually)

$154,800.00 - $252,800.00