Mgr Research Animal Facility

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Vivarium Operations Manager to join our fast-paced team.  You will be working on a team that manages our largest vivarium on campus, supports our research efforts while maintaining the highest quality animal care and oversee our cage wash area that includes clean/dirty robotics.

In this role, a typical day may include:

• Oversees daily operations of the Conventional Research Vivarium space and Cage Wash space

•  Manages Associate Manager, Supervisor of conventional operations and Supervisor of cage wash operations

•  Mentors junior staff as well as research staff on specific projects

• Provides support to Sr. Management on research and vivarium projects. Reviews IACUC protocols at the discretion of the AV, authors/revises SOP’s

• Oversees/schedules projects in the vivarium while collaborating with facilities, research staff, and outside contractors

• Vivarium walk-thru with Sr. Management, Associate Managers, and Supervisors on a regular basis to ensure program compliance

• Mentors Associate Managers and Supervisors

• Member of the Controlled Substance team, orders compounds, fills requests, signs compounds in/out twice daily, maintains records to QA standards/NYS and Federal Regulations, and disposes of expired/unused controlled substances

• Take part in facility inspections (IACUC, AAALACi, USDA, NYDOH, etc.)

• Liaison between internal teams such as vivarium operations, research staff, facilities, etc. with good written/oral communication skills

• Recruit new staff, mentors and builds up teams, performs annual reviews of direct reports with input on indirect reports

This role may be for you if you:

• Have a passion for animals and motivating/building up employees

• Are motivated, organized, proficient in the AWA and all other animal regulations,

• Are interested in overseeing/part of internal facility renovations and special projects.

• Enjoy challenges, problem solving

To be considered for this role you must have a Bachelors degree in Vet Technology (or related field) and 8-10 years of experience in animal care management.

AALAS certification at the LATG level is required and CMAR is helpful (LATG is required after first year of employment)

Work Environment: Position requires working closely with animals. Some noises may be associated with this position. Ability to lift 50 pounds required.

Weekend and Holidays: This position is deemed essential personnel. Weekend and Holiday work may be required as well as scheduled on-call.

This position will require the individual to pass a physical before beginning employment.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides amazing benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and stock for employees at all levels!


Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need.