Associate Director, Inlife Operations
About The Position
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate Director of Inlife Operations to lead, manage, and develop the Inlife Operations team at its Chicago site, a nonclinical toxicology contract research organization (CRO). The site supports general toxicology, developmental and reproductive toxicology (DART), juvenile, dermal, ocular, and carcinogenicity studies for pharmaceutical and biotechnology products. The role oversees the overall execution of inlife operations across multiple concurrent studies. It is responsible for macro- and micro-scheduling, resource utilization, team training and development, and continuous improvement in operational efficiency. The Associate Director will also help expand the site's technical capabilities, support business growth, and serve as a communication link between the inlife team and site management. The successful candidate will be an operational leader with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to employee development, scientific quality, and client satisfaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Biology, Toxicology, or a related scientific discipline.
- 15 or more years of experience in nonclinical toxicology or preclinical research.
- At least 10 years of experience in a supervisory or management role overseeing inlife operations or related activities.
- Demonstrated experience managing personnel, coordinating multiple studies, and optimizing operational resources.
- Strong knowledge of GLP requirements, animal welfare regulations, and nonclinical toxicology study execution.
- Experience with complex inlife procedures, including dosing, clinical observations, sample collection, and study termination activities.
- Experience developing training programs, managing operational schedules, and implementing process improvements.
- Ability to lead teams, resolve operational challenges, and work effectively across departments.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree.
- Experience in a GLP-regulated CRO environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and supervision of the Inlife Operations team, including technicians, supervisors, managers, and other inlife personnel.
- Ensure timely, high-quality execution of inlife activities across multiple concurrent nonclinical toxicology studies.
- Develop and maintain macro- and micro-schedules for study initiation, animal receipt and acclimation, dosing, clinical observations, procedures, sample collection, and study termination activities.
- Coordinate inlife activity schedules with the rest of the study team and supporting staff.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive training program for inlife personnel.
- Ensure team members are appropriately trained and qualified to perform assigned procedures and study activities.
- Identify training gaps and develop plans to enhance technical competency, operational flexibility, and cross-training.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization.
- Develop and implement standardized workflows, scheduling practices, and operational procedures.
- Ensure inlife activities comply with approved study protocols, SOPs, GLP requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
- Promote a strong quality culture and ensure timely documentation of study activities.
Benefits
- 401k employer match with immediate vesting
- Vision insurance
- Medical and dental insurance with multiple coverage options
- FSA for medical, dependent care, and commuter expenses
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Generous paid holidays and PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
