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Bioqual Inc

Study Coordinator

Rockville, MD · On-site

They coordinate costing models, manage the submission-review-approval process of animal protocols ... Able to lift 50lbs * Knowledge of federal laws and industry guidelines concerning lab animal ...

Integrated Resources

Animal Technician

Rockville, MD · On-site

We deliver strategic workforce solutions that help you manage your talent and business more ... lab maintenance including the documentation of monthly equipment maintenance charts as well as ...

Charles River

Clinical Veterinarian

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$74 - $82/hr

Manage health care for the animals within the facility. * Perform veterinary rounds as scheduled ... Experience in a research/lab animal/GLP environment preferred, but not required. * An equivalent ...

Charles River

Clinical Veterinarian

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$74 - $82/hr

Manage health care for the animals within the facility. * Perform veterinary rounds as scheduled ... Experience in a research/lab animal/GLP environment preferred, but not required. * An equivalent ...

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What does a lab animal manager do?

A Lab Animal Manager oversees the daily operations of animal research facilities, ensuring the well-being and care of laboratory animals. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, coordinating animal care and use protocols, and managing facility budgets. They also ensure that all procedures follow ethical guidelines and may assist with training researchers in proper animal handling techniques. The role is essential to supporting scientific research while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab animal manager?

To thrive as a Lab Animal Manager, you need expertise in laboratory animal care, facility management, and compliance with regulatory standards, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in animal science or a related field and certifications like AALAS. Familiarity with animal management software, environmental monitoring systems, and health surveillance protocols is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate with researchers. These competencies ensure ethical animal care, regulatory compliance, and efficient facility operation in research environments.

What are the main challenges a lab animal manager faces in ensuring animal welfare while meeting research objectives?

Lab Animal Managers often balance strict regulatory compliance and the ethical treatment of animals with the needs of researchers who require timely and reliable results. Common challenges include maintaining detailed records, ensuring proper care protocols are followed, and training staff on best practices. Additionally, Lab Animal Managers collaborate closely with veterinarians, researchers, and regulatory bodies, which requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain a healthy research environment and supports scientific integrity.

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Study Coordinator

Rockville, MD • On-site

Bioqual Inc
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Bioqual Incexternal

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description


OBJECTIVE:
The Study Coordinator oversees and moves research studies from the conceptual phase through to completion. They coordinate costing models, manage the submission-review-approval process of animal protocols, and develop study schedules, and sample collection and immunization/challenge protocols. They ensure USDA, AALAC, and OLAW standards are met.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
•    BS degree in a related field and a minimum 4 years of relevant laboratory animal experience
•    Understand and communicate in English to include functional reading, math and written skills
•    AALAS certified
•    Able to lift 50lbs
•    Knowledge of federal laws and industry guidelines concerning lab animal welfare
•    Keen attention to details; able to initiate and organize projects and multitask
•    Intermediate to advanced computer/PC skills in MS Office, Outlook
•    Must be detail-oriented, dependable, motivated, able to work with minimal supervision
•    Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, with all levels of management and staff
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Meet with clients to discuss the needs of their proposed study design
•    Develop cost assumptions, and review quotes and contracts for accuracy
•    Initiate daily contact with various departments to ensure performance of assigned roles on studies and direct these departments to ensure they function in unison for the duration of each study
•    Assist both internal and external PIs with creating a study schedule understood by all parties
•    Communicate with those working on each study to ensure there are no conflicts with other studies
•    Prepare numerous reports including: AAALAC, USDA, and OLAW annual reports.
•    Ensure reports within the facility database are free of errors and delivered in a timely manner
•    Perform technical procedures to the specifications outlined by the client
•    Work with the IACUC Coordinator to develop SOPs for each study, as determined by the client, to ensure technical staff is appropriately trained to meet state, federal, and industry guidelines, and adheres to Company SOPs, with the training appropriately documented
•    Ensure that all samples are collected, processed and shipped as directed by the client
•    Track all labor and M&S charges ensuring they match the quote and remain profitable
•    Perform other duties as assigned