Vivarium Manager: Lead Rodent Facility Operations

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid annual and holiday leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning and savings

Employee discounts

Well-being resources

Career development opportunities

Fully onsite work

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a Vivarium Manager to lead the husbandry team. You will oversee day-to-day rodent facility operations, ensure SOPs and welfare compliance, and supervise animal care staff. Strong communication and ABSL2 containment experience are essential.

Work is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with weekends/holidays possible. Salary ranges $64,000–$74,000 with full benefits and fully onsite work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care facilities with ability to supervise technicians.
• Ability to communicate with staff, investigators and supervisors effectively.
• Proficiency with Windows-based PCs (Word, Excel, email).
• Experience in rodent facilities management and biohazard containment (ABSL2).
• Post-secondary education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of a rodent facility and ensure SOP adherence.
• Oversee animal welfare compliance and health surveillance activities.
• Direct animal care technicians and coordinate supplies and maintenance.
• Develop and revise facility SOPs with leadership.

Skills

Animal care facility experience

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Windows proficiency

ABSL2 containment experience

Data management

Personnel management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a Vivarium Manager to lead the husbandry team. You will oversee day-to-day rodent facility operations, ensure SOPs and welfare compliance, and supervise animal care staff. Strong communication and ABSL2 containment experience are essential.

Work is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with weekends/holidays possible. Salary ranges $64,000–$74,000 with full benefits and fully onsite work arrangement.