ULAR Manager, Husbandry

Upenn; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is seeking a ULAR Manager, Husbandry to oversee the daily operations of the animal facility from a husbandry and regulatory perspective. You will supervise the husbandry staff, hire, discipline and evaluate performance, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across environmental systems and equipment.

Responsibilities include maintaining census records, coordinating with investigators, providing orientation for new users, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Requires vocational or technical school training with 5–7 years of related experience.
• AALAS LATG certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months.
• Previous experience managing a laboratory animal facility and supervisory experience.
• Experience handling small animals (rodents) and possibly larger animals.
• Proficient computer skills and strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the animal facility from a husbandry and regulatory perspective.
• Oversee the activity of the animal care staff, including scheduling, hiring, discipline and performance evaluations.
• Interface with investigators and research staff to troubleshoot problems related to facilities, husbandry, and animal care.
• Maintain and archive records related to facility activities, census, and animal procurement using computer-based software.
• Order feed, bedding, supplies, and equipment in support of animal facility.
• Coordinate with facility maintenance, service contracts and vendors for repairs and equipment.
• Develop, revise, implement and train on SOPs; manage employee training records.
• Perform husbandry duties when short staffed.

Skills

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Computer literacy

Supervisory skills

English proficiency

Education

Vocational/Technical training

AALAS LATG certification or willingness to obtain

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

ULAR Manager, Husbandry

Job Profile Title

Manager, Husbandry

Job Description Summary

Manage the daily operations of the animal facility from a husbandry/facility and regulatory perspective. Provide direct oversight of husbandry staff including, hiring, disciplinary action and performance evaluations. Responsible for safety and all physical plant matters including the monitoring of environmental and husbandry systems, and plant equipment. Utilizing computer software, maintain and perform census, receiving, and records management. Interface with investigators and researchers to troubleshoot and resolve problems related to husbandry, facility, and animal procurement. Serve as the key interface for establishing a \"customer service orientation\" attitude within husbandry services towards the research community. Facilitate research activities of research personnel by providing routine orientation for new users of the facility, and assisting other users with services or information.

Work closely with and provide backup to the billing department in regards to ordering of supplies, caging, repair and service of facility equipment, and the purchase of new equipment in a fiscally responsible manner. Assist in the development, management, and the implementation of appropriate Standard Operating Procedures in compliance with the AWA, AAALAC, FDA, USDA, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. Assist in the writing and implement measurable evaluation of staff quantity and quality of work.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the animal facility from a husbandry and regulatory perspective.
• Oversee the activity of the animal care staff, including but not limited to scheduling of daily activities, hiring of new employees, discipline of existing employees, and performance evaluations.
• Interface with primary investigators and research staff to troubleshoot and resolve problems related to facilities, husbandry, and animal care. Provide orientation and training for existing and new users of the facility, providing information, and services.
• Maintain and archive records related to facility activities, census, and animal procurement using computer-based software.
• Order feed, bedding, supplies, and equipment in support of animal facility.
• Maintain a working relationship with Penn facility maintenance, service contract providers, and vendors for repair and service of the facility, and the equipment. Report problems to appropriate office(s); follow-up if repairs are not made in timely fashion or done correctly.
• Assist in developing, revising, implementation and training of staff on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Manage and archive employee records regarding training and occupational medicine.
• Perform husbandry duties when short staffed, which may include scheduling of transportation truck.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical School and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• AALAS certification at the LATG level; if not will be required to gain certification within 6 months
• Previous experience managing a laboratory animal facilities or equivalent experience
• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience handling small animals, including rodents
• Experience handling larger animals may be required or preferred
• Sbility to use computers; excellent customer service skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skillsAbility to solve problems and explain problems/issues/solutions
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English