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Actalent Assistant Project Manager- Animal Resources in Havre De Grace, Maryland
Job Title: Assistant Project Manager- Animal ResourcesJob Description
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager with experience in the proper care and maintenance of on-site animals. The Assistant Project Manager provides support in leading team members in the delegation and completion of tasks, and communicates deliverables to team members and the management team. The work schedule is from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Additional hours or weekends may be required during emergencies or unexpected situations.
Responsibilities
Oversee the cagewash team and ensure that animals are cared for and maintained in accordance with Animal Welfare Regulations, U.S. Public Health Service Policy, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
Supervise and direct daily activities of project staff to ensure that all required functions are carried out appropriately.
Oversee daily laboratory animal procedures including receiving, feeding, watering, cleaning, sanitizing, handling, restraint, health surveillance, and manipulations.
Manage equipment maintenance and other contract-related duties.
Follow-up on staff schedules to meet routine and emergency needs of the animals.
Ensure compliance with all SOPs, quality assurance guidelines, and protocols.
Develop and revise all animal facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with review and approval of the client designee(s).
Report any abnormal conditions of the animal facility to the client designee(s).
Generate oral or written reports, records, charts, logs, schedules, and inventories to the client designee(s) as requested or required by the contract.
Order and maintain supply and equipment inventories.
Communicate needs for facility equipment, logistical support, and management to the client designee.
Provide service and advice to investigators on executing their protocols.
Deliver program management support to multiple animal facility and holding sites.
Coordinate training activities with the Project Manager, Contract Manager, and client personnel.
Communicate facility operations with the Project Manager and Contract Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned by the contractor.
Essential Skills
Experience in research animals
Veterinary Technician skills
Project management
LATG certification
Animal handling
Animal science
Veterinary experience
Animal research
Anesthesia
Animal husbandry
Husbandry
Animal surgery
Animal health
IV catheter experience
Project coordination
Supervisory skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate degree in life sciences field preferred.
Minimum 4 years of experience in laboratory animal science.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
LATG certification required, additional certifications preferred.
Accurate lab record keeping skills.
Ability to train staff in techniques and procedures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of operational principles behind the techniques and procedures used.
Ability to communicate project information with principal investigators.
Work Environment
The work environment is an animal research lab. Although the primary location is in Havre De Grace, a significant portion of the work will be conducted at the NIH in Bethesda. The facility operates within a regulated environment, adhering to specific guidelines to ensure the humane care and use of laboratory animals.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.84 - $31.25
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Havre De Grace,MD.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.
About Actalent
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