Team Leader, Laboratory Animal Care

Role: Lead and oversee animal care operations, ensuring compliance with welfare regulations and quality standards, while training and managing Animal Care Technicians. Responsibilities include supervising daily workload, maintaining biosecurity, optimizing animal and colony performance, managing documentation, and fostering a safety and teamwork culture. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED; advanced education in Animal Science or Business preferred; 1-3 years of animal care or related leadership experience. Skills: problem-solving, organization, communication, team influence, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. High-Value: animal welfare, laboratory animal care, compliance with AALAC, IACUC, ISO 9001, and GxP standards, with an emphasis on biosecurity and operational efficiency. Work setup involves production, office, and shipping environments with physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs and standing/walking on concrete for extended periods.