Animal Care and Facility Manager Science Institute
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Job Location:
Laramie, WY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Why Choose Us
At the University of Wyoming we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health financial security and work-life balance. Benefits include:
- Generous Retirement Contributions:The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary and you contribute 3.68% totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
- Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:Enjoy access to medical dental and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
- Paid Time Off:Benefit from ample vacation sick leave paid holidays and paid winter closure.
- Tuition Waiver:Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers supporting continuous education and professional growth.
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:Stay healthy with wellness initiatives counseling services and mental health resources.
At the University of Wyoming we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer please refer to UWs Benefits Summary.
JOB TITLE:
Animal Care and Facility Manager Science Institute
JOB PURPOSE:Oversee security and facility operations and coordinate the care feeding handling and humane euthanasia of research animals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage operations of a moderate-sized vivarium (mouse amphibian fish) including daily health checks; cage/tank changing and washing; animal facility and personnel safety and proper handling of biohazardous waste.
- Maintainstandard operating proceduresfor animal carein compliance with regulatory requirements and university policiesand infamiliarity with the needs offaculty investigators.
- Purchase animal care supplies andmaintainvivariumbudgetwhileforecasting expenses monitoring expendituresandidentifyingcost-saving opportunities.
- Recruit trainsuperviseand assess the performance of staff. Provide orientation and training for faculty and student facility users in proper animal care handling and restraint as needed. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops monitoring publications and establishing networks.
- Coordinate and consult with attending veterinarian. Develop a positive and productive working relationship with veterinarian and institutional care and use committee.
- Provide data collection andmaintainup-to-date records in compliance with localstateand federal statutes and regulations ().
- Supervise the procurement inventory management and quality control of animals supplies and equipment. Transport research and diagnostic animals as needed.
- This position requires working some weekendsholidaysand vacation periods ( break) to ensure continuity of dailyanimalhealthchecks.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment ifrequiredbased on research needs occupational and safety requirements.
COMPETENCIES:
- Attention to Detail
- Safety Awareness
- Independence
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience: 4 years work-related experience
Required licensure certification registration or other requirements:
- Valid drivers licensewith a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with theDriving for University Business SAP.
- CITI training on IACUC federal regulations required upon hire
- IACUC Animal Occupational Health and Safety Certification required upon hire
This position has been deemedessentialas addressed in the University of WyomingsEmployee Handbook.Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree
- Certification as Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) through the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
- Work-related experience in animal care in an agricultural pet store veterinary clinic or laboratory setting
- Experience in training mentoring and managing employees
- Willingness to learn new skills and master multiple tasks quickly
- General computer skills knowledge of MS Office and ability to master computer programs
- Commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to maintain accurate notes and logs and complete detailed work accurately
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Work well in a team environment
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 5/21/2026 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie a charming town of 30000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university helping to make it a leader in academics research and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorados Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramies beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region please visit Experience:
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