CBC Supervisor | Comparative Bioscience Center

Rockefeller University • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Comparative Bioscience Center provides a comprehensive program of animal care in support of the University's in vivo research. The goal of our staff is to provide investigators with the highest level of research support at the lowest cost while ensuring the welfare of the animals used in the research. The center is fully accredited by the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC).
Overview
The Supervisor of the Comparative Bioscience Center will oversee the work assignments of one (1) to two (2) Group Leaders and multiple Husbandry Attendants.

Requirements

• An Associate's degree is required, a Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Certification at the AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician level is required
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience required
• Strong written communication skills and excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities, including effective interaction with a diverse constituent population, are essential
• Detail-oriented, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are required
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team is required
• Applicants should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and experience with all applicable state and federal research regulations, as well as the ability to identify common laboratory conditions. They should also be capable of developing standard operating procedures for proper operations and have knowledge of various biohazardous agents and methods to mitigate exposure risk.
• Physical tasks involve lifting weights ranging from 10 to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling equipment weighing up to 500 pounds, and climbing ladders, among other duties. Additionally, the role involves conducting physical workplace inspections, which necessitate the ability to sit, stand, and walk over varying distances and durations.
• The schedule encompasses availability from Monday through Friday, with potential assignments on weekends, holidays, and on-call duty as needed. Job tasks may be subject to change based on departmental needs, and additional responsibilities may be added accordingly.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred

Responsibilities

• Schedule and monitor the work performance of assigned staff
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), staff training/development to ensure compliance overall
• Manage scheduling and timesheets and ensure the efficient daily operation of the workplace
• Maintain continuous communication across all levels of the organization
• Support a collaborative liaison between husbandry staff and the scientific community.
• Must have an influential and innovative approach to daily operations to ensure scientific support
• Other job duties will be assigned as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree