Vivarium and Research Lab Manager

Mercer Medicine; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Mercer University School of Medicine in Columbus, GA is seeking a Vivarium and Research Lab Manager to oversee the Columbus vivarium and research labs. The role includes animal husbandry, regulatory reporting, SOP maintenance, and collaboration with veterinary staff and department leadership.

The candidate will ensure adherence to IACUC, OLAW, and USDA requirements, supervise procedures, and assist with equipment maintenance and supply planning on the Columbus campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences or related field; five years of lab experience with animals.
• Master's degree with two years of the same experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of IACUC, OLAW, and USDA regulations as they apply to a laboratory vivarium.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities within the animal vivarium on the Columbus campus.
• Ensure reporting for IACUC, OLAW, and USDA oversight.
• Create, maintain, and enforce SOPs and protocols for vivarium and lab.
• Coordinate with veterinarian and facility managers.
• Monitor equipment usage and assist in budgeting equipment needs.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

lab animal care

record keeping

IACUC/OLAW/USDA regs

SOPs

equipment maintenance

weekend rotation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Vivarium and Research Lab Manager

Department: Biomedical Sciences

College/Division: School Of Medicine

Primary Job Posting Location: Columbus, GA 31901

Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details: Mercer University School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified Vivarium and Research Lab Manager on the Columbus, GA campus.

Responsibilities: As Vivarium and Research Lab Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for managing and performing all activities within the animal vivarium on the Columbus campus to include all aspects of animal husbandry and care. This position will be responsible for all reporting requirements associated with IACUC, OLAW, and USDA oversight. This position will insure creation, maintenance of, and adherence to standard operating procedures and protocols. The candidate will have access to a veterinarian and other facility managers as needed. As Research Lab Manager the incumbent will work with the Chair or Vice-Chair of the department to perform duties related to managing and maintaining the research laboratory facilities on the Columbus campus of MUSM. The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for maintaining as well as ensuring proper and safe use of departmental equipment. In consultation with the Department Chair or Vice-Chair, the laboratory manager will help to monitor proper adherence to departmental policies regarding conducting research, use of resources, handling and disposal of research materials. In addition, the laboratory manager will monitor departmental usage of laboratory supplies, assist in ordering supplies and advising on current and future equipment needs.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences or a related field from an accredited institution and five years of prior laboratory experience which must include work with animals. Candidates with a master's degree and two years of the same experience will also be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must know how to use Microsoft Word and Excel to prepare various reports.
• Must be able to learn and apply basic principles and practices of laboratory animal care and facility maintenance.
• Must be able to keep written records of animal health, daily tasks, and facility conditions.
• Must be able to learn and abide by the IACUC, OLAW, and USDA regulations as they apply to a laboratory animal vivarium.
• Must be able to write and follow standard operating procedures and protocols for the vivarium and research laboratory.
• Must be able to work with disinfectants, germicides, and cleaning agents commonly used in the animal vivarium.
• Must be able to work on rotating weekends and holidays in the animal vivarium.
• Must learn how to troubleshoot and maintain vivarium and research laboratory equipment.

Background Check Contingencies: Criminal History Document Attachments: Resume Cover letter List of three professional references with contact information

About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

• comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents)
• generous retirement contributions
• tuition waivers
• paid vacation and sick leave
• technology discounts
• schedules that allow for work-life balance
• and so much more!

Why Work at Mercer

• comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents)
• generous retirement contributions
• tuition waivers
• paid time off
• technology discounts
• and so much more!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Job Family: Staff Student Operations Exempt

EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources.