Manager, Animal Care Operations
Core
Operational leadership and management of multi-site animal research facilities (D'Iorio Hall, Vanier Hall, Heart Institute) ensuring regulatory compliance, animal welfare, and research continuity.
Role type
Manager, Animal Care Operations
Builds
Operational plans, facility infrastructure, staffing schedules, and compliance frameworks for university research programs.
Domain
Academic research / Veterinary / Animal Care
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Regulatory compliance management, facility operations planning, HR management and staffing, team supervision and coaching, risk mitigation, SOP development, financial oversight, space planning, data management and reporting
Preferred skills
RMLAT registration, bilingualism (French/English), experience with aquatics/reptilian facilities, capital project participation
Technologies
Enterprise software applications
Responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of operational plans ensuring regulatory compliance; Provide expert input on facility planning, redesign, and capital projects; Forecast staffing and resource requirements; Analyze global trends in animal care to advise on best practices; Develop and oversee operational policies and SOPs; Conduct systematic reviews of care practices to drive continuous improvement; Manage Associates-Supervisors and direct reports including performance management and recruitment; Oversee HR management including workforce planning and conflict resolution.
Seniority
Manager, operational leadership