Manager, Animal Care Operations
Job in
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
University of Ottawa
Full Time, Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
-
Management
Healthcare Management, Program / Project Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Posting Reason:
New Position
Job Type:
Employee
Anticipated Duration in Months (for contracts and temporary assignments):
N/A
Job Family:
Laboratory Support
# of Open Positions:
1
Faculty/Service - Department:
Animal Care and Veterinary Services
Campus:
Main Campus
Union Affiliation:
N/A
Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/06/05
Applications must be received
BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):
2026/06/29
Hours per week:
35
Salary Grade:
Non-Union Grade NM1
Salary Range:
$ - $
Position Purpose
The University of Ottawa animal facility network comprises five sites representing over 100,000 square feet of vivarium, procedural, and surgical space. Reporting to the Senior Director, Animal Care and Veterinary Services, the incumbent is accountable for the operational leadership and management of D’Iorio Hall, Vanier Hall and the Heart Institute Animal Facilities. The position exercises significant managerial judgment and independent decision-making in the areas of facility operations, space planning, human resources, financial oversight, and equipment lifecycle management.
The incumbent ensures compliance with complex regulatory, accreditation, and institutional requirements. They have a direct impact on animal welfare outcomes, researcher productivity, institutional risk mitigation, and the University’s ability to maintain regulatory certification and research continuity.
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
With the Senior Director or designate, leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of operational plans for assigned facilities, ensuring that infrastructure, systems, and operations comply with all applicable federal and provincial legislation, regulatory standards, institutional policies, and granting agency requirements. Exercises judgment in balancing regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and resource constraints.Provides expert operational input into the planning, redesign, and development of new and existing University of Ottawa animal facilities, including participation in capital projects, equipment selection, and infrastructure upgrades, with accountability for operational feasibility, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability.Ensures ongoing and future support for University of Ottawa research programs by independently assessing and forecasting staffing requirements, space utilization, equipment capacity, and emerging technologies, and by recommending operational adjustments to address evolving scientific and institutional needs.Analyzes and interprets global trends, best practices, and evolving standards in animal care, housing, enrichment, health monitoring and technical procedures. Advises and supports the Senior Director or designate in the strategic adoption and implementation of these practices to ensure the highest standards of animal health, welfare, and regulatory compliance.Develops, implements, and oversees operational policies, procedures, and standards governing daily facility operations. Exercises authority in establishing procedures, monitoring compliance, identifying operational risks and process gaps, and implementing corrective actions that directly affect service delivery, animal welfare, and research support.Conducts systematic reviews of animal care practices, operational processes, and service models, evaluates performance and outcomes, and formulates evidence-based recommendations to drive continuous improvement, risk reduction, and operational effectiveness.Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated management systems to ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and municipal requirements related to environmental protection, occupational health and safety, and containment-level risk assessment. Develops and approves standard operating procedures, ensures staff training and competency, and contributes to institutional risk management and audit readiness.Oversees and manages Associates-Supervisors of the assigned facilities to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the daily operational services. This includes direct supervision, monitoring performance against agreed targets and expectations, providing guidance…
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