Animal Facilities Manager

The Animal Facilities Manager  is responsible for the management of the Science Division Animal Facility and its associated budget. The manager, in collaboration with the Animal Facilities Supervisor, ensures the proper care for animals used in teaching and research under Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee  regulations, as well as ethical and legal guidelines. The Animal Facilities Manager partners with the Environmental Health and Safety officer and the Chair of the Institutional Biosafety Committee to ensure documentation of biosafety compliance in Olin-Rice labs. 

This is a full-time, exempt position that requires all work be done onsite. Most work will be done during standard business hours (~8:00am to 4:30pm) Monday-Friday, but this role does require on-call, weekend, or evening work as needed. 

About The Department: 

The Animal Facilities Manager will be a member of the Biology department. The Biology department is a vibrant community that is committed to providing intellectually rich and challenging learning experiences for Macalester students. These experiences are intended to communicate the foundations and frontiers of the life sciences (from molecules to ecosystems), the methods of biological inquiry, and the relevance of biology to society. Our faculty and staff conduct research with our students and many have external funding for their work.

• Manages and makes day-to-day decisions about the standard and emergency care of animals in the facility. Supervises and directs work of student care technicians in the facility. In consultation with the IACUC chair, assure compliance with all applicable ethical and legal guidelines for the faculty, student researchers, student workers or any other employees using the Animal Facility. When needed, this position coordinates non-standard care such as variable feeding, modified cage-washing schedules, or specialized enrichment.
• Helps maintain and implement training of all users (students, staff, faculty) with access to the animal facility, workers and researchers, on standard operating procedures used in animal facilities. Students must be trained in animal handling, biological waste and regulatory issues surrounding animal care. This position partners with EHS Coordinator to ensure documentation of training.
• Supports facilities and Olin-Rice research and teaching labs for biosafety training and compliance. Documentation of training being completed. This work would be done in collaboration with EHS Coordinator in Facilities and the Chair of the IBC.
• Manages animal facility budget. Procures animals and the supplies needed for the functioning of animal facility, as well as compliance with IACUC requirements.

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Laboratory Animal Technician certificate required, preference for Lab Animal Technologist.
• Knowledge of animal welfare and fundamental biosafety practices; preference for knowledge of rodent animal husbandry.
• Use of computer systems for data management and communications. Computer/technical skills with preference for experience with GoogleSuite and or Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of basic budget tracking and reporting.
• Clear communication skills to ensure accurate and timely sharing of information with animal facility users, student workers, and department chairs.
• Detailed note and record keeping skills.
• Interest and capacity to supervise student workers and assist with their training.

Compensation:

The annual salary for this position will be between $60,016 - $62,744. 

Benefits:

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan. 
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

To meet the priority deadline for this posting, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by Thursday, February 27th 2025. Applications will still be received and reviewed until this position has been filled. 

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

jhoward3@Macalester.edu

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.