Small Animal Vivarium Manager

Job Title: Small Animal Vivarium Manager

Location: Pipersville, PA

Industry: Life Sciences / Biotechnology

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Small Animal Vivarium Manager to oversee and manage all personnel and operations associated with a small animal laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal care, regulatory compliance, and team leadership in a vivarium or preclinical research environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations of the small animal facility, ensuring all production, quality, and animal welfare activities are completed in a timely and compliant manner.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal protocols and external regulatory standards, including cGMP compliance.
• Provide ongoing training and mentorship to department staff.
• Oversee facility needs such as equipment calibration and maintenance, pest control, environmental monitoring, and housekeeping.
• Monitor proper usage of approved materials, validated equipment, and current SOPs and specifications.
• Initiate or assist with validations, change controls, and CAPAs as required.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain audit readiness.
• Serve as a departmental role model, ensuring adherence to all corporate policies and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in laboratory animal science or vivarium operations
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (Windows-based systems)
• Working knowledge of cGMP quality systems and manufacturing or research operations
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Proven ability to lead, train, and hold team members accountable
• Education: Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a scientific field or equivalent hands-on experience

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with occasional exposure to laboratory/vivarium environments
• May require stair climbing or walking between facilities during the day

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift or move up to 10 lbs
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods

Benefits:

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with matching, and profit sharing.