SPVR HUSBANDRY OPERATIONS

SPVR HUSBANDRY OPERATIONS

Step into a leadership role at one of the nation's leading cancer centers. As a Supervisor, Husbandry Operations, you will play a critical role in the Comparative Medicine Core (CMC), supporting groundbreaking research at the Moffitt Cancer Center—a state-of-the-art facility designed to accelerate innovation in cancer research.

At Moffitt Cancer Center, every role contributes to a bold mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Here, your work directly supports discoveries that change lives.

Our Culture & Values

At Moffitt, our culture is rooted in a shared commitment to:

• Compassion – We deliver hope, empowering and encouraging those we serve and those we work alongside.
• Excellence – We strive for global impact through perseverance and continuous improvement.
• Drive – We are courageous and determined in the relentless pursuit of our mission.
• Imagination – We boldly explore new and better ways to transform health, wellness, and healing.

You'll join a collaborative, inclusive environment where team members are respected, supported, and inspired to do their best work—every day.

Position Highlights

• Lead and supervise Research Animal Care Technicians across multiple levels
• Ensure exceptional standards of animal care and welfare
• Contribute to operations within a cutting-edge research institute environment

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support Research Animal Care Technicians
• Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials
• Ensure proper maintenance of animal room equipment
• Monitor recordkeeping and ensure compliance with all regulatory and departmental policies
• Support onboarding, training, and re-training of staff
• Assist with team scheduling and operational coordination

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience in laboratory animal care
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Professional communication skills with all levels of staff
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Physically able to remain active and on your feet throughout the day

Credentials & Qualifications

• Associate's degree + 5 years of animal care experience required OR High school diploma + 7 years of relevant experience
• LAT certification (AALAS) required
• LATG certification (AALAS) preferred (required within 2 years of hire)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a research animal facility preferred
• Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred

Why Join Moffitt Cancer Center?

• Competitive market-based salary
• Eligible for an annual Team Member Incentive
• Eligible for an annual Team Member Merit Increase
• Tuition Assistance
• Comprehensive, inclusive benefits package (Health, Financial, & Lifestyle coverage)
• Work at the Speros Moffitt Discovery and Innovation Institute, a premier hub advancing the future of cancer research
• Be part of a mission-driven team where your work has real impact on patients and families

Relocation & Living in Tampa

Considering a move? Tampa offers an exceptional quality of life with a blend of professional opportunities and a coastal lifestyle:

• Year-round sunshine and access to award-winning Gulf Coast beaches
• Diverse, affordable neighborhoods with no state income tax
• A vibrant food, arts, and cultural scene, including Tampa Riverwalk and Ybor City
• Easy travel via Tampa International Airport
• Home to major sports teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Lightning
• Relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates.

Apply Today

Join a dedicated animal care team committed to excellence, compassion, and the highest standards of research support. Your leadership will directly impact the wellbeing of research animals and the success of life-saving scientific discoveries.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Moffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

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