Position InformationUnder general direction of the Vivarium Operations Manager, the incumbent support the administration and operations of the Campus Vivaria, which includes a specific pathogen-free (SPF) rodent facility with strict biosecurity practices and standards. Currently there are several facilities supporting approximately 60 Principal Investigators (PIs) and housing ten animal species. The Vivarium Operations Supervisor will support the management of vivaria operations including directing environmental and routine care of all animals housed in the vivaria and ensuring and implementing changes in day-to-day operations as required to maintain continued compliance with the guidelines set forth by the various regulations (AWA, PHS Policies, Guide, etc.), and IACUC. The Supervisor will serve as a back-up for Lead Technicians across the campus vivaria and will ensure that entry level technicians are appropriately trained and assigned to cover daily operating functions in all campus vivaria while fostering a safe workplace.
The full salary range for the Animal Care Supervisor 1 is $64,300 - $114,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $89,300 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
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As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Education Education Requirements- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
License Requirements- Valid CA driver's license OR Valid Class A driver's license. (Required)
Certification Requirements- Forklift certification within six (6) months of being in position. (Required)
- LAT Certification or higher with AALAS (Required)
- CMAR Certified through AALAS, or eligibility for CMAR (Preferred)
Experience Requirements- 4 - 7 years of related experience. (Required)
- Previous supervisory/managerial experience. (Preferred)
- Related experience in a UC or other higher education setting. (Preferred)
Minimum RequirementsBasic ability to identify behavioral or health issues with animal(s) under care and report to vet or supervisor any changes or unusual behavior or physical issues that need attention. Working knowledge of facility management. Computer competency. Background and knowledge of modern laboratory animal husbandry including dogs, fish, cats, reptiles, rabbits, rodents, amphibians and avian species. Demonstrated skills in performing para veterinary procedures including anesthetizing, bleeding, administering medications and injections, and euthanizing animals. Basic skills in leadership, interpersonal communication, motivation of staff and team-building. Working knowledge of animal care and safety and regulatory environments. Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, State and local health and safety regulations for Vivaria operations. Basic skills in animal husbandry, record-keeping and inventory control. Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred QualificationsExperience in evaluating facility practices and design for regulatory compliance. Experience using electronic resources to produce teaching materials, documents, maintains animal care records and other information necessary to the mission of the laboratory animal program. Experience successfully applying AAALAC accreditation standards, along with research facility requirements used by the USDA, to provide professional guidance regarding planning and necessary maintenance. Experience in IACUC protocol review process.
Additional InformationIn the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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