Aquatics Supervisor, Cavefish Facility, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, Kansas City, MO

Created by Wei-Chia Tseng
May 17, 2022
2 min read

Job ID: REQID0001700

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an immediate opening for a full-time Aquatics Supervisor to oversee services provided by the cavefish facility.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Assist in developing and modifying animal care policies, procedures, and practices which promote high-quality, cost-effective operation of the animal facility.

  • Participate in staff hiring; scheduling; conduct orientations and training; and facilitate staff development.

  • Interact with faculty, staff, and other departments to provide high quality, responsive animal care services.

  • Oversee efficiency and effectiveness of work assigned to direct reports.

  • Maintain supply and equipment inventory to sustain day-to-day operations.

  • Maintain accurate records including room logs, health reports, staff training, animal census, and other records as required.

  • Develop, implement, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Conduct performance evaluation reviews for direct reports.

  • Coordinate animal procurement and receipt and oversee animal shipments.

  • Maintain colonies to meet researcher needs including rearing stocks, fish health assessments, and culturing of live feeds.

  • Prepare for all regulatory inspections and site visits including IACUC and AAALAC

  • Identify and report physical plant items or equipment in need of repair.

  • Provide oversight and maintenance of aquatic life support systems to maintain optimum water quality.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate to utilize and expand their knowledge of fish biology and aquaculture while also gaining exposure to various facets of biomedical research. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, have excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to provide leadership for effective teamwork.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related life science field (e.g., animal science, biology, microbiology, aquaculture)

  • Four years of experience in a aquatics research facility

  • Demonstrated knowledge of animal welfare regulations, fish biology, aquaculture, and genetics

  • Candidates with previous supervisory experience are especially encouraged to apply.

  • In addition, the candidate will be required to become LAT certified through AALAS.

  • Participation in and oversight of weekend, holiday, and on-call work will be required.

  • Experience with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

  • The ability to lift at least fifty pounds

 

To Apply

Submit the requested documents to careers@stowers.orgor to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.

Requested Documents

  • Current Resume/CV

  • Cover Letter