Job Responsibility: Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Position summary Under the supervision of the Director Administration CMARC, the Animal Care Manager manages the daily operations, logistics and administration of the animal care program. Ensures that the facility meets high standards of quality, is in compliance with best practices, SOPs, university policies, and CCAC guidelines governing the care and use of animals in research. Responsible for client service, facility inspections, safety programs and compliance. Directly manages, and provides training to facility employees, and participates in their hiring, training. Responsibilities and tasks

- Manages, the facility operation and a team of Animal Attendants, and promotes the the philosophy and the values of the department.
- Regularly inspects facility to ensure an productive operation providing the highest quality of animal care and required sanitation standards in compliance with SOPs, university policies and CCAC guidelines.
- Collaborates with veterinary services staff to assure health and welfare of animals.
- Interacts with research staff to understand and meet their needs.
- Oversees record keeping for the animal care program (animal room logs, census, maintenance logs, etc.).
- Ensures facility and equipment maintenance meets operational standards.
- Using metrics, regularly reviews needs and makes recommendations for staffing and equipment and/or services.
- Directly supervises a large team of 10 - 20 Animal Attendants and other Amuse positions. Trains,



orients and mentors facility employees and research staff. Participates in hiring process with HR Advisor, creates schedule (24/7) approves absences and vacation. Verifies work and workflow in the team. Perform activities related to performance assessment, makes recommendation on trial /probation period. Attends meetings related to disputes or grievances with the union and representatives.
- Trains employees or refers to appropriate safety programs are followed.
- Oversees animal facility security.
- Develops and maintains standard operating procedures for animal care facilities. Recommends policies and procedures changes to supervisor.
- Responsible for inventory, procurement, repair and maintenance of animal care equipment.
- Inspects regularly animal facilities to ensure proper maintenance of infrastructure.
- Oversees the construction and renovation of animal facilities.
- Provides backup oversight of the animal care program in the absence of the Assistant Director Animal Care.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities Diagnosing and properly defining problems and looking for solutions before seeking assistance from others. Taking pride in work. Demonstrating the ability to manage workload with existing resources, maximizing process efficiency. Striving to make process improvements. Effectively managing and meeting deadlines. Mobilizing resources and establishing priorities. Facilitating change and improvements.



Being open to differences and differing viewpoints and understanding that there are more than one approach to addressing any situation. Keeping emotions under control. Knowledge of health surveillance, quality assurance, and barrier facility practices, programs, and procedures for maintaining facility's designated health status. Knowledge of proper installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of animal research equipment. Knowledge and understanding of regulations, guidelines, and standards for the care of laboratory animals. “Knowledge of French and English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4.” Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience with Bachelor's Degree / Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $62,550.00 - $78,190.00 - $93,830.00 Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time) Supervisor: Director Administration CMARC Position End Date (If applicable): Deadline to Apply: 12-04 McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, View email address on ca.edajobs.com .

📌 Animal Care Manager (Montreal)
🏢 McGill University
📍 Montreal