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Associate Director, Operations

Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)

Stilwell, KS, US, 66085

IMPORTANT:   In order to be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process.  Please make sure work history and education are added correctly.   

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Operations, for our Safety Assessment site located in Stilwell, Kansas. This role will manage the Charles River – Kansas City (KAN) daily operations with direct oversight of In-Life, Animal Care, Sample Processing, Clinical Pathology, Necropsy, Histology, and Digital Pathology areas.  The Associate Director of Operations will be responsible for overall conduct of vivarium facility-related activities to support non-clinical research studies in direct support of the Integrated Toxicology business model.  The Associate Director of Operations will also collaborate with the KAN Site General Manager to ensure the attainment of financial goals, current and long-term plans, and site objectives. The Associate Director of Operations will assist in the strategic development of the program so that it is aligned with the organizational strategic vision.  They will also engage in continuous review of site processes to ensure that they are efficient and maximize the use of all applicable resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinating study support activities across business sub-segments. 
  • Developing and implementing core competences for Operational staff with input from Training and Veterinary staff.
  • Addressing interdepartmental issues and developing programs which support research objectives and meet regulatory requirements and industry standards for animal care and welfare. 
  • Directing activities in support of operations to ensure effective performance. 
  • Consulting on vivarium and study-based procedures with focus on the care and welfare of study animals.
  • Maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including the Animal Welfare Act.
  • Developing short- and long-term needs of operations (e.g. monitoring census activities to ensure adequate staffing, and equipment requirements to meet animal/study needs).
  • Submitting and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Overseeing the creation and adherence to a developmental plan for backup and succession of key departmental personnel.
  • Developing and recommending departmental budgets; authorize expenditures in accordance with that budget and approve budget and expenses of subordinates. 
  • Collaborating with other Safety Assessment Operational leaders to facilitate the alignment and improvement of Operational procedures.
  • Communicating, interacting, and responding to Sponsors regarding Operations and welfare issues as appropriate.
  • Working with and providing guidance to supervisory staff in preparation for regulatory inspections; resolving audit findings and directing future behavior such that findings are prevented in the future.
  • Serving as a liaison to regulatory agency representatives during on-site and/or remote visits.
  • Monitoring the animal facility for adherence to regulatory agencies requirements (i.e.: AAALAC, USDA, CDC, FDA).
  • Participating in recruiting efforts by submitting job descriptions, interviewing and selecting qualified exempt- and non-exempt level departmental personnel.
  • Recommending, reviewing, and approving personnel actions, including hiring, promotions and raises. Partnering with Human Resources in the handling of disciplinary issues. Preparing and/or approving appropriate personnel action paperwork.
  • Ensuring optimum group and departmental function. Recommending and implementing techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, cut costs, identify, and implement opportunities, and maintain state-of-the-art practices.

Job Qualifications

  • Education:  Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in biological sciences or business-related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience:  5 years related management experience in research or pharmaceutical environment required. 
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
  • Certification/Licensure:  No specific certifications or licensure required
  • Other:  Knowledge of governmental regulations and guidelines applicable to the care and use of laboratory animals.  Knowledge of GLP regulations and other FDA regulations applicable to non-clinical testing programs. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.  Excellent communication (both written and verbal), leadership and negotiation skills.  Ability to interact appropriately with all levels of employees, while at the same time support the efforts of departmental teams.

The pay range for this position is $125,000 - 145,000.  Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.”

IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered for this position. If you have not uploaded your resume in your candidate profile, please return to upload field and attach your resume/CV. 

About Safety Assessment Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market.  Each year approximately 120 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities. 

About Charles River Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. 

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Job posted: 2023-02-27

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