Senior Vivarium Operations Leader

Charles River; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

401K

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Health and wellness coverage

Employee and family wellbeing support

Work life balance flexibility

Job summary

Charles River seeks a Senior Operations Manager to support CRADL animal facilities in San Diego. You will provide operational leadership for site operations, align with client objectives, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across programs.

You will lead staff at multiple levels, ensure compliance with SOPs and safety standards, and participate in long-range planning and capital projects to deliver high-quality vivarium services in a national context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field with 8+ years in a laboratory animal facility.
• Alternate pathway with an Associate's degree and 10+ years in a laboratory animal facility.
• AALAS CMAR certification is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across CRADL sites, managing multi-level staff and vivarium operations.
• Oversee budget, capital planning, and financial performance with senior leadership alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and client satisfaction across CRADL programs.
• Lead accreditation efforts (AAALAC) and ensure compliance with SOPs, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Mentor People Leaders, support recruitment, performance reviews, and talent development.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budget management

Client communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field

AALAS CMAR certification (preferred)

Job description

Charles River seeks a Senior Operations Manager to support CRADL animal facilities in San Diego. You will provide operational leadership for site operations, align with client objectives, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across programs.

You will lead staff at multiple levels, ensure compliance with SOPs and safety standards, and participate in long-range planning and capital projects to deliver high-quality vivarium services in a national context.