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University of California-Berkeley

Director, Office of Laboratory Animal Care (6096U) #73444

University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


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73444Location

Main Campus-BerkeleyFull/Part Time

Full TimeAbout Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.Departmental Overview

The Office of Laboratory Animal Care (OLAC) is a research support unit reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of California, Berkeley. OLAC's mission is to support Berkeley's quality research program by promoting the highest standards of animal care, welfare, regulatory compliance, education, training and customer service.OLAC is responsible for operating UC Berkeley's centralized animal care program, providing animal care, research and teaching assistance, and housing facilities for all vertebrate animals used for research and teaching on campus.Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Director of the Office of Laboratory Animal Care (OLAC) is responsible for the strategic oversight and management of UC Berkeley's laboratory animal care program.Responsibilities

Institutional Leadership and Veterinary Expertise

Lead the campus's efforts to maintain rigorous regulatory compliance.Serve as a voting member on the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).Build and maintain relationships across the institution and with external stakeholders.Unit Operations

Setting the departmental vision and providing leadership in the management of laboratory animal care.Managing and mentoring veterinary staff and supervisors.Ensuring financial sustainability by managing the OLAC budget.Compliance and Accreditation

Overseeing the development and administration of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Leading the campus response for AAALAC accreditation reviews.Continuously monitoring compliance with government regulations.Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree (D.V.M. / V.M.D.) from veterinary school.Must have USDA Veterinary Accreditation.Must have ACLAM certification for a minimum of 5 years.Excellent leadership abilities.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications

Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California.Experience working with represented staff and manage effectively in a union environment.Knowledge and experience working with facilities and resource management.Salary & Benefits

The anticipated/budgeted range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position will be in the mid to high 200s. The full salary range for this position classification is $171,000.00 to $345,600.00.How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Diversity Statement

Please include a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.Other Information

This search is supported by Berkeley Executive Search.Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check.Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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