Vivarium Manager

Vivarium ManagerJob Title: Vivarium Manager Job Location: Vancouver, BC Salary: $90,000-100,000/yearFrontage is a global Contract Research Company (CRO) with the head office located in Exton, Pennsylvania, USA. Frontage has 25 sites across USA, Canada, China and Italy. The Canadian operations include two sites – one located in Vancouver and the other based in Toronto. Frontage Vancouver (formerly BRI) has been in operation for more than 25 years with service offerings in regulated and non-regulated bioanalytical (various platforms including LC/MS/MS and MSD for small and large molecules analyses), In-vitro / In-vivo Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics and pharmacology. The Frontage Vancouver operation is projected to grow significantly in the next few years, especially to meet the demands of biotech and pharmaceutical companies in the Pacific Northwest region. Our facility is accredited by AAALAC and conforms to GLP standards.Currently, we are seeking highly motivated team players to join Frontage organization in various roles.This position requires teamwork and excellent oral, written communication, and strong leadership skills.Skills and Qualifications:Requires post-secondary diploma in animal health technology or a B.Sc in animal science plus at least 7 years experience working hands on in an animal facility, and/or equivalent combination of training and experienceCALAS certification (RLAT) requiredAbility to perform skilled technical duties but not limited to animal handling, restraint, manipulations (SQ, PO, IV, IP) and minor surgeries in rodents.Experience with xenograft studies is an assetExperience in surgical procedures an assetExceptional CCAC and AAALAC compliance knowledgeExperience in pharmaceutical contract research and GLP compliance knowledge is an assetStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning, organization and leadership abilitiesCompetent and self-motivated individual able to work independentlyExcellent logical thinking and problem-solving skillsWork will include extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short noticeAbility to work under specific time constraintsExperience in pharmaceutical contract research and GLP compliance knowledge will be an asset but not essentialAbility to train, supervise, and coach junior team membersJob Responsibilities:Establish and maintain Animal Use Protocols (AUP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the facility to ensure it meets AAALAC and GLP standardsMaintain an in-house Animal Care Committee (ACC)Collaborate with study leads, and cross-functional groups, ensure alignment on study protocols, objectives, animal welfare considerations, and requirements of in vivo studies in rodentsProvide technical support, supervise, train, and mentor animal techniciansSet up new techniques and animal modelsHost AAALAC assessment visit and respond to recommendations in a timely mannerWork with the management to take corrective actions where necessary and initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformityProvide input to management to improve operations efficiencyFollow Frontage quality assurance policies and procedures as well as those prescribed under the US FDA and Health Canada HPFB regulationsOther tasks as requiredFrontage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.