Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.

For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. 

Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.

Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director, Comparative Medicine - Boca Raton, FL.

Reporting directly to the Vice President for Research, the Director oversees FAU’s research animal care facilities that serves the diverse needs of the university scientific community, including provision of animal husbandry care. The Director will be responsible for making final decisions related to Comparative Medicine (CM) operations including personnel, finances, operations and strategic goals.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Assists VPR in strategic planning of animal-related research, including management of resources such as physical plant, equipment, staffing, and space management in order to support and accommodate incoming researchers and the growth of FAU’s research enterprise.

Serves as the liaison between the VPR and Facilities department in regard to all vivaria and satellite facilities housing animals and procedural space for research animals.

Responsible for management and reporting animal research-related facility operations including, but not limited to, HVAC, temperature/humidity, equipment calibration and environmental conditions.

Responsible for the direction and management of CM as part of the animal care and use program and a core service facility of FAU. Including, but not limited to, physical plant conditions, repairs, maintenance, and related reporting.

Responsible for the management of CM as a core service unit. This involves working closely with core directors, representation on research core committees, overseeing the monthly billing process, and determining per diem rates.

Oversees programmatic, fiscal, and personnel management of CM, working closely with DoR Associate Vice President for Finance. This includes but is not limited to overseeing the development of operating procedures, budget management, and all aspects of personnel management.

Responsible for working with the IACUC, Attending Veterinarian (AV), Research Integrity, and other FAU administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies related to the humane care and use of animals for research, teaching, and testing.

Responsible for working with CM personnel and veterinary team in the development and implementation of policies and SOPs for the care, sanitation and environmental monitoring in the facilities.

Provides professional guidance and support to FAU researchers managing satellite facilities.

Responsible for negotiation and management of contracted equipment and service vendors required to support FAU’s vivaria.

Responsible for communication with faculty, researchers, administrators, and students to ensure that facility requirements are understood, implemented, and managed.

Responsible for keeping abreast of regulatory requirements impacting animal research, including, but not limited to, the environmental and physical plant conditions of the vivaria.​

Other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks: 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service 

Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php 

Sick Leave Pool Program 

Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf 

Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

Explore Living in Palm Beach County: 

The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: https://bdb.org/data/housing/ 

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and 6 years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration or Biological Sciences and 8 years of appropriate experience required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration or Biological Sciences.

Laboratory Animal Technologist certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science; or a Certified Manager of Animal Resources Certification; or Graduate of the Institute of Laboratory Animal Management.

Salary:

$110,000 - $125,000 per year.

College or Department:

Division of Research

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.

Application Deadline:

2025-01-20

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.