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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Animal Facility Manager to provide daily care for research animals, ensuring their health and well-being. This role involves cleaning cages and equipment, coordinating operational and technical duties, performing simple surgeries and post-operative care, and transporting animals to and from laboratories. The position requires a certain degree of creativity and latitude, working under general supervision.

Responsibilities

+ Supervise all Animal Facility personnel, including technicians, graduate students, and student interns.

+ Oversee all Animal Facility operations.

+ Carry out experiments and procedures under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.

+ Maintain lab safety and compliance with occupational safety standards.

+ Order and maintain Animal Facility equipment.

+ Provide weekly updates summarizing progress on Animal Facility objectives.

+ Track and order animal facility supplies.

+ Participate in quality improvement activities to contribute to the success of the organization.

+ Maintain professional working relationships with all levels of staff and departments.

+ Cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives as a team player.

+ Stay current with policies and procedures related to safe work practices, following all safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.

Essential Skills

+ Complete animal care skill set, including maintenance of mouse, rat, and frog colonies, ear punches, tail snips, plug checks, preparation for surgical procedures, post-surgical care, and breeding designs.

+ Ability to prioritize and manage time and risk effectively.

+ Clear and appropriate documentation skills.

+ Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a complex environment.

+ Good organizational and time management skills.

+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School degree.

+ 5 years of experience in an Animal Facility.

Work Environment

This is a part-time position, requiring 15-20 hours per week.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.