Team Lead, Lab Animal Technician

• Perform all the duties of a technician

• Direct day to day workload for dedicated team; offer guidance and support to ensure goals are met.

• Teach skills and techniques to new technicians

• Ensure that all procedures are conducted in compliance with Animal Welfare regulations, AALAC, Quality documents, health and safety, ISO 9001, and IACUC regulations.

• Identification and escalation of issues.

• Assure escalation occurs in the event any equipment or procedure deviation.

• Oversee and suggest improvements in the work.

• Assure daily requirements are met by technicians.

• Assure compliance with assigned inventory levels

• Assure compliance with meeting reporting deadlines.

• Continually monitor, practice and enforce proper biosecurity.

• Represent the needs and concerns of employees in their area to the supervisor

• Assure compliance with assigned colony levels and production goals

• Understanding of results for animal selection for example the project cohort or Retired Breeder stock (where applicable)

• Coordinate and oversee the shipment

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Advanced education in Animal Science or Business preferred

• Experience leading a team

• 1-3 years' experience in Animal Care / PSS

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint) with willingness and ability to learn company-specific systems and software

• Ability to evaluate the work of others in an impartial manner

• The ability to maintain confidentiality and to operate with the highest of ethical standards, discretion, and professionalism

• Ability to effectively prioritize and complete multiple tasks and demands

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to shower daily upon arrival and wear company issued uniforms

• Ability to wear required PPE

• Lift up to 50lbs on occasion

• Stand/walk on concrete for at least 2 hours at a time

• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, squat and lift

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*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the persons relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we Play to Win in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. Theres an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individuals unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of peoples lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.