Senior Vivarium Operations Lead

Innovive; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Innovive is seeking a hands-on Vivarium Manager in the Boston area to oversee day-to-day operations across assigned vivaria. You will lead a team of animal care technicians, manage scheduling, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with clients and safety officers.

The role emphasizes ownership of people, processes, and documentation within a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for growth in a growing company that supports animal research facilities.

Qualifications

• BS or BA preferred; substantial experience may substitute.
• AALAS certification is a plus.
• CVT credential preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and hire animal care technicians for vivaria.
• Oversee day-to-day vivarium operations and compliance.
• Plan staff scheduling including overtime and holidays.
• Oversee inventory of cage systems, bedding, food, and supplies.
• Train technicians on SOPs and ensure protocol adherence.
• Maintain daily census and records, including inspection docs.
• Collaborate with Safety Officers and IACUC to implement policies.
• Notify clients of animal welfare concerns and manage maintenance logs.
• Provide coaching and annual performance reviews; report to management.

Skills

Animal welfare

Rodent handling

Facility operations

Documentation

Staff coaching

Scheduling

Regulatory compliance

HR basics

Education

BS/BA degree

AALAS certification

CVT credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Innovive is seeking a hands-on Vivarium Manager in the Boston area to oversee day-to-day operations across assigned vivaria. You will lead a team of animal care technicians, manage scheduling, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with clients and safety officers.

The role emphasizes ownership of people, processes, and documentation within a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for growth in a growing company that supports animal research facilities.