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JOB TITLE:
Animal Care and Facility Manager – Science Institute
JOB PURPOSE: Oversee security and facility operations, and coordinate the care, feeding, handling, and humane euthanasia of research animals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage operations of a moderate-sized vivarium (mouse, amphibian, fish) including daily health checks; cage/tank changing and washing; animal, facility and personnel safety and proper handling of biohazardous waste.
- Maintain standard operating procedures for animal care in compliance with regulatory requirements and university policies, and in familiarity with the needs of faculty investigators.
- Purchase animal care supplies and maintain vivarium budget while forecasting expenses, monitoring expenditures, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Recruit, train, supervise and assess the performance of staff. Provide orientation and training for faculty and student facility users in proper animal care, handling and restraint, as needed. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, monitoring publications and establishing networks.
- Coordinate and consult with attending veterinarian. Develop a positive and productive working relationship with veterinarian and institutional care and use committee.
- Provide data collection and maintain up-to-date records in compliance with local, state and federal statutes and regulations (incl. IACUC, OLAW, NIH).
- Supervise the procurement, inventory management and quality control of animals, supplies and equipment. Transport research and diagnostic animals as needed.
- This position requires working some weekends, holidays and vacation periods (eg. spring break) to ensure continuity of daily animal health checks.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment if required based on research needs, occupational and safety requirements.
COMPETENCIES:
- Attention to Detail
- Safety Awareness
- Independence
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience: 4 years’ work-related experience
Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements:
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.
- CITI training on IACUC federal regulations required upon hire
- IACUC Animal Occupational Health and Safety Certification required upon hire
This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree
- Certification as Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) through the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
- Work-related experience in animal care in an agricultural, pet store, veterinary clinic, or laboratory setting
- Experience in training, mentoring, and managing employees
- Willingness to learn new skills and master multiple tasks quickly
- General computer skills, knowledge of MS Office, and ability to master computer programs
- Commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to maintain accurate notes and logs and complete detailed work accurately
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Work well in a team environment
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 5/21/2026 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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