The McConnell Group (TMG), www.themccgroup.com, a health science
company, has an opening for a full-time ANIMAL CARE SUPERVISOR to
provide support at Plum Island Animal Disease Center. PIADC is located
just off the northeastern tip of New York's Long Island and is accessed
by ferry boat from either Orient, NY or Old Saybrook, CT. This position
supports the Department of Homeland Security’s Research and Development
Program for vaccine studies by caring for large animals in accordance
with established procedures. The Animal Care Supervisor is expected to
be on site from approximately 6:15AM to 2:45PM, Monday-Friday. The hours
may shift slightly depending on ferry departure site and inclement
weather. This is a salaried, 40 hour per week position.
Candidates are not eligible if they own or work with cloven-hoofed
animals, pigs, and chickens outside of PIADC due to biosecurity
requirements. The only type of livestock that can be privately owned or
worked with is horses.
Position Duties:
1. Ensure that animals are cared for and maintained in accordance with
the Animal Welfare Regulations, U.S. Public Health Service Policy on
the Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and the Guide for the
Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
2. Supervise and direct daily activities of employees to ensure that
all required functions are carried out appropriately, including
receiving animals, feeding and watering, sanitation and cleaning,
handling and restraint, health surveillance, equipment maintenance,
supply inventories, animal manipulations, laboratory procedures, and
other contract-related duties.
3. Define and provide adequate support to meet research investigator’s
technical and husbandry needs.
4. Follow-up on staff schedules to meet routine and emergency needs of
the animals.
5. Ensure appropriate staff technical training is performed to include
supervision and evaluation.
6. Promote AALAS certification and career development opportunities
amongst employees.
7. Provide direction and mentorship for employees. Promote a positive
work culture in accordance with TMG’s policies. Foster an inclusive
and supportive team.
8. Assist in developing and updating training programs, track staff
progress, and cross-train staff to minimize disruptions when there
is a vacancy.
9. Develop a thorough understanding and provide revisions as needed to
facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and keep abreast of
changes to SOPs.
10. Ensure that all SOPs, quality assurance guidelines, and protocols
are adhered to.
11. Report any abnormal conditions of the animals or the facility to
appropriate personnel.
12. Contribute to monthly progress reports.
13. Provide oral or written reports, records, charts, logs, schedules,
and inventories to appropriate personnel as requested or required by
the contract.
14. Communicate needs for facility equipment, logistical support, and
management to appropriate personnel.
15. Receive and execute notices, directions, and instructions from
Program Management.
16. In rare emergencies, be available after hours, weekends, and
holidays as needed.
Qualifications:
1. BA or BS in Animal Science or related science required or 5 years of
laboratory animal experience
2. 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role
3. Fundamental knowledge of animal research facility operations, animal
behavior, and species-specific requirements
4. AALAS LATG eligible and obtained within 12 months of hire
5. Certified Manager of Animal Resources (CMAR) certification preferred
6. Ability to manage and supervise personnel
7. Ability to maintain operation and quality control
8. Must have training experience
9. Must have computer program proficiency such as MS Office products
10. Must have a proficient technical vocabulary
11. Must be able to receive and maintain a Personal Security Level 3
(PSL-3) clearance and participate in the Occupational Health/Safety
Programs
Compensation/Benefits:
TMG offers comp. pay and benefits pkg. including health insurance, paid
holidays, PTO, EAP, Education Assistance, 401(k), and College Savings
Plan.
The McConnell Group is an equal opportunity employer EOE
M/F/Disabled/Vet.