Director of the Laboratory Animal Facility bei Temple Health

The Director of the Laboratory Animal Facility (LAF) provides overall operational and scientific direction for this major shared research resource. The Director consults with Cancer Center members and provides advice on animal care and use matters. The Director develops, implements, manages, and evaluates on-boarding and ongoing training programs for LAF personnel and actively mentor staff for career development. The
Director works with the Facility Advisory Committee to ensure that the LAF has the necessary resources to continue to provide services that support the research of Cancer Center members that require the use of animals in their research. The Director works closely with the Chief Scientific Officer to develop and recommend policies for the execution of effective and efficient animal use in the Division.

Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field (Required)
Master's Degree Preferred

Experience
5 years experience of progressively responsible Supervisory/Leadership experience in
laboratory animal research in an academic or industrial research environment (Required)

Licenses
 

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Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals.  Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team.  Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

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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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years.  Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.

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