Job Description:

• 1) Supervises and coordinates activities of workers involved in operations of animal research facility: Plans budget and arranges purchase of items, such as animal feed, medicines, and research instruments.

• 2) Advises workers regarding requirements of research projects and requirements for compliance with federal guidelines for operation of research facility.

• 3) Instructs workers regarding procedures, such as feeding and cleaning schedules and compilation of data for research reports.

• 4) Monitors care and health of animals.

• 5) Reviews work of personnel to verify accuracy of research and reports and to determine established procedures are followed.