Senior Manager, Technical Operations

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

3d • $124,970 - $151,431 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Technical Operations manages daily operations for one or more animal facilities and specialty areas, including facilities supporting USDA-regulated species, infectious disease/BSL-2 activities, and in-vivo pharmacology and biology studies. The role leads supervisors and staff, maintains regulatory and animal welfare standards, optimizes workflows and resource allocation, and directs departmental projects or programs that may involve cross-site collaboration.

The position oversees people leadership and team development, facility operations, equipment and inventory, compliance and quality, and animal welfare. It partners with principal investigators and research staff to optimize in-vivo study workflows and provides training on research-protocol techniques. Local or cross-site travel may be required. The position requires on-call and on-site responsibilities during evenings and weekends.

Work may take place in animal facilities, infectious disease/BSL-2 areas, and in-vivo study support areas. Potential exposures include animal-related materials and biological or other hazards managed through applicable company, Veterinary Sciences, and Environmental Health and Safety procedures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in life sciences or an equivalent discipline is required; an associate degree may be considered with at least two to five years of supervisory experience.
• American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) level is required.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial experience in laboratory animal care and use programs.
• Experience should include experimental methodology, animal facility operations, USDA-regulated species, and the regulations, guidelines, and accreditation expectations governing animal care and use programs.
• Outstanding team-building, leadership, and managerial capability.
• Knowledge of experimental methodology and animal facility operations.
• Knowledge of regulations and guidelines governing animal care and use programs.
• A solid foundation in the care and maintenance of USDA-regulated species and applicable Animal Welfare Act requirements.
• Clear understanding of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals and AAALAC expectations for facility operations.
• Mastery of Veterinary Sciences SOPs and a good understanding of related EHS and Facilities procedures, with proficiency integrating this knowledge with strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supervisors who maintain ownership of their assigned areas as subject matter experts.
• Manage workforce activities involving union-represented employees, including scheduling, attendance, and work assignments consistent with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Lead the supervisory team in developing cross-functional capabilities and team effectiveness.
• Partner with supervisory staff to create development plans supporting company strategy and departmental objectives.
• Review staff work assignments and ensure assigned tasks are performed effectively and to the required quality.
• Recommend, develop, and deliver training programs for Veterinary Sciences and research staff.
• Set standards and provide guidance for daily operations, animal room preparation, environmental parameters, and relevant reports; take corrective action as needed.
• Assist with oversight of daily activities and the development of staff and programs.
• Meet regularly with research staff to assess operational needs, including personnel, equipment, and space allocation within animal husbandry operations.
• Oversee maintenance, use, disposition, and inventory of equipment used for animal care or laboratory activities.
• Direct major departmental projects and programs, which may involve multi-site interactions.
• Uphold regulatory and animal welfare standards for laboratory animal care, husbandry, facilities, and the overall animal macroenvironment.
• Lead reviews and updates of Veterinary Sciences Standard Operating Procedures according to the assigned review schedule.
• Apply knowledge of clinical observation and treatment methods to strengthen the animal care program and support animal health and well-being.
• Monitor and promote the quality and effectiveness of the animal husbandry program.
• Work with principal investigators and research staff to optimize workflows for in-vivo studies.
• Develop and deliver training for Veterinary Sciences employees and research staff on techniques required for compliance with research protocols.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans, including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance offerings.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) without a set accrual limit for eligible U.S.-based exempt employees, subject to manager approval.
• Paid vacation for eligible non-exempt, RayzeBio, and Puerto Rico employees: 160 hours annually for new hires, subject to manager approval.
• 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Three optional holidays for eligible non-exempt, RayzeBio, and Puerto Rico employees.
• Depending on eligibility, paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day for eligible employees.
• Potential eligibility for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior