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University OverviewThe University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.Posted Job TitleAssociate Director, Large Animal Research SupportJob Profile TitleAssociate Director DJob Description SummaryThe Gene Therapy Program (GTP) and Orphan Disease Center (ODC) are entering a new era of unprecedented opportunity with great potential to reshape the face of medicine as we know it. Our discoveries have set the stage for successful treatments and possibly even cures for devastating genetic diseases. Our R&D organization has a translational infrastructure that includes: technology discovery, specialized immunology assays operating under GLP, a Vector Core/Manufacturing unit that conducts GMP comparable work, and a large non-clinical program for animal testing under GLP including large NHP and rodent vivaria.Job DescriptionThe Associate Director of Large Animal Research Support has overall responsibility for managing all research activities conducted by the PCM large animal program across multiple vivaria and up to 10 technicians. The Associate Director is responsible for oversight of scheduling, coordination of work schedules, oversight of management of the in-life phase of gene therapy research studies involving large animals including nonhuman primates, dogs, pigs, rabbits, and cats. The Associate Director works with research and project management to plan efficiently and ensure financial and resource implications are understood to better inform decision making. The Associate Director will also ensure operations are conducted in accordance with UPENN, AAALAC, USDA, OLAW, and GLP standards.Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -Provide leadership to staff within your reporting structure ensuring they have adequate training and professional development plans-Study implementation, scheduling and completion for research and GLP studies-Review and suggest edits/improvements to study protocols-Development of standard operating procedures-Ensuring study support services are billed for accurately and in a timely manner-Ensuring regulatory compliance with University of Pennsylvania animal care and use policies, AAALAC, USDA, PHS, and GLP-Maintain AAALAC accreditation of satellite facilities (including preparation of Written Program Description)- Manage program budgets and cost controls- Provide core training on a sustained and ongoing basis.Qualifications:MS Degree in Animal or Life Science Minimum 5+ years experience working with laboratory animals including nonhuman primates. Experience with other species preferredSupervisory experience in managing a complex animal care and use program ,managing staffHandle complex and stressful situations and resolve conflict with calmness and good judgmentKnowledge of general laboratory animal care husbandry procedures, GLP, and The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals and AAALAC requirements.Familiarity with care and handling of immunocompromised and transgenic animals, and disease models (tumor-bearing animals and inflammatory diseases).Excellent interpersonal skills and communication (verbal and written) Knowledge of computer programs such as Word and Excel Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$59,703.00 - $113,435.00Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. The University of Pennsylvania prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
