Program Manager/PM4 (NIH/DVR, Bethesda, MD)

Priority One Services, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Priority One Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced contract operations manager to supervise NIH DVR animal care programs at the Bethesda complex.

You will lead multi-department teams, ensure compliance with AAALACi accreditation, and coordinate with investigators and veterinarians to deliver quality animal care and research support. The role requires LATG and CMAR considerations, strong communication, and proven ability to manage complex facilities and reporting.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biological or animal sciences or related disciplines with emphasis on animal care and management in a research environment is preferred.
• Minimum six (6) years’ experience managing a multi‑department research laboratory animal facility AAALACi accredited.
• Demonstrated experience with multiple species including rodents, rabbits, swine and non‑human primates.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple laboratory animal departments including cage wash, husbandry, veterinary technical, training, QA and administration.
• AALAS LATG certification required; CMAR certification pursued.

Responsabilités

• Oversee operations and management of a fast-paced animal care and research program; coordinate with Deputy Program Managers and department Project Managers.
• Manage large non-human primate, swine, rabbit, guinea pig, woodchuck and rodent colonies.
• Interface between contract personnel and DVR PIs, Study Directors, and other investigator team members; coordinate resource requirements.
• Be the main point of contact for all department Project Managers and provide leadership directives.
• Manage assignment and movement of personnel to balance workload and expertise.
• Assist with development and implementation of SOPs.
• Provide QA and Training department oversight to ensure compliance with SOPs and policies.
• Ensure adherence to laws and directives including AAALACi, AWA, OLAW, IACUC, USDA.

Connaissances

AAALACi experience

LATG certification

CMAR certification

multi-species handling

laboratory management

project coordination

MS Office

communication skills

recruitment

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in biological/animal sciences

H.S. Diploma or GED required

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

LOCATION: NIH/Division of Veterinary Resources, Bethesda, MD

SUPERVISOR: Corporate Operations Manager

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for all aspects of contract operation and management of animal care and research at the NIH/DVR 14/28 Complex in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, contract requirements, facility and animal care and research Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), NIH/PHS Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and approved experimental protocols and accepted animal care practices.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• H.S. Diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biological or animal sciences or related disciplines with emphasis on animal care and management in a research environment is preferred.
• Minimum six (6) years’ experience managing a multi‑department research laboratory animal facility accredited by the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALACi).
• Demonstrated experience with multiple species including rodents, rabbits, swine and non‑human primates.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple laboratory animal departments including cage wash, husbandry, veterinary technical, training, Quality Assurance and administration.
• AALAS certification at the Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) level is required. Must also pursue an AALAS Certified Manager of Animal Resources (CMAR) certification.
• Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal skills in order to effectively communicate with scientific investigators, clients, and associates on a daily basis.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to function in a customer-client atmosphere, i.e., assists the company in providing positive responses to customer needs and delivery of quality services to the customer.
• Ability to recruit and onboard identified candidates for all positions on the contract.
• Ability to prepare, analyze and submit multiple reports for departmental performance and cost analysis.

RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES

• Oversee operations and management of a fast-paced animal care and research program in the performance of investigator project/research requirements; and managing departments/personnel, animal and facility resources in coordination with Deputy Program Managers and department Project Managers.
• Demonstrated experience managing large non‑human primate, swine, rabbit, guinea pig, woodchuck and rodent colonies.
• Acts as a direct interface between contract personnel and the DVR Principal Investigators (PIs), Study Directors, Program Directors and other members of the investigator team.Coordinates the investigators’ resource requirements to the DVR Project Officer, DVR Facility Managers, Veterinarians, and the Contract Project Managers, Animal Care Supervisors and their designees.
• Be the main point of contact for all department Project Managers and provide leadership directives and management plans.
• Manage the assignment and movement of personnel between tasks to balance the level of effort with the scope of work and the level of technical expertise and training as required.
• Assist with development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide oversight and direction to the Quality Assurance Program by closely monitoring QA inspections provided by the QA Manager and ensuring support departments address trends, efficiency concerns, SOP violations and/or safety concerns.
• Provide oversight and direction to the Training Department to ensure all staff are trained in compliance with NIH/DVR SOPs and policies and procedures, animal welfare regulations and company policies and procedures. Ensure all training activities evolve simultaneously with program expectations and requirements.
• Assure adherence to applicable institutional, state and federal laws, regulations, guidelines and directives including AWA, OLAW, IACUC, OACU, AAALACi, USDA, Equal Employment Opportunity Program, OSHA, etc.
• Shall work with the Priority One Safety and Health Manager in developing, directing, and administering an Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Program.
• Maintain awareness of current information on animal care and use legislation, licensing, and certification.
• Work closely and collaboratively with DVR Veterinarians to ensure veterinary care requirements are consistently followed and upheld.
• Maintain and prepare an assortment of contract deliverables including Monthly Contract Reports, Monthly and Annual Budget Reports, Technical Services Reports, Facility Production Reports, and monitor all department daily/monthly reports for accuracy.
• Assure that procedures and practices involving the program of animal care are appropriate for the establishment and continued maintenance of AAALACi accreditation.
• Adhere to security procedures and confidentiality requirements.
• Assist, when requested, in experimental planning and logistics/scheduling of projects.
• This person is expected to be forward thinking, creative, possess strong written as well as verbal communication and teaching/leadership skills.
• Continuously work with NIH/DVR management, clients and veterinarians to identify and prioritize training, production, and program needs.
• Participate in the development, review and updates to facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This includes managing SOP Committee teams designed to update/review program SOPs.
• Regular inspection of the program and facilities to ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and DVR Program regulations.
• Any other duties or task delegated by contract or DVR management.