ARC Operations Analyst

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The ARC Operations Analyst serves as the primary lead for the Animal Resources Center (ARC) Shipping and Receiving Dock, playing a key role in supporting animal research operations. Reporting to the ARC Research Support Manager, this position oversees animal ordering, receipt, and shipment, manages equipment and supply inventory, and maintains USDA documentation and quality control records. The role works closely with the Dock Technician and provides broader operational support to the Research Support Team and Office of Shared Research Facilities (OSRF) cores. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to a world-class research environment.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Proficiency and comfort with technology systems and software programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with a customer service orientation.
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in an academic and/or biomedical research environment.
Prior experience in materials inventory management.
Valid Class D Illinois or Indiana State Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
AALAS certification at an level strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads operational activities related to the ARC dock including receipt, storage and distribution of lab animal care supplies and equipment to ensure inventories are maintained and supplies are distributed to the proper facilities efficiently; communicates with facility supervisors daily regarding supply and equipment needs.
Orders, receives, and inspects research animal arrivals/shipments and generates delivery reports, cage cards and maintains USDA documentation.
Maintains inventory reorder levels and ensures uninterrupted service; generates required documentation and maintains supply and equipment logs to facilitate reordering.
Follows up on all outstanding orders.
Builds relationships with vendors and acts as main point of contact for inquiries regarding purchases and use of the dock.
Responsible for inspecting and documenting ARC transport vehicles to ensure compliance with USDA and AAALAC cleanliness and safety standards; coordinates scheduling with approved drivers and ensures proper packaging of lab samples transported to and from HPL; may assist with equipment transport between campus and off-campus facilities as needed.
Provides support to OSRF cores with coordinating movement of equipment or storage of materials when needed.
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens.
Conducts literature reviews.
Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Performs other related work as needed.