Associate Director of Breeding Colony 

Job Title: Associate Director of Breeding Colony

Location: South Florida

About Us:

Worldwide Primates is a leading supplier and breeder of Non-Human Primates for the biopharmaceutical development industry. Our outdoor facility in South Miami, Florida, has a capacity for over 6,000 animals across 6 species. We play a critical role in the drug development process by testing the efficacy of drugs on primates before they enter clinical trials in humans.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Director of Breeding Colony to lead our primate breeding program. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the breeding colony, ensuring the health, and well-being of our primates, ensuring the productivity and efficiency of our colony, and contributing to the advancement of primate breeding research.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement breeding strategies, protocols and KPIs

- Manage the pairing of primates and monitor breeding behaviors

- Oversee the selection and acquisition of breeding stock

- Collaborate with veterinary staff to maintain the health and welfare of primates

- Ensure proper nutrition and enrichment of primates in the breeding colony

- Maintain accurate records of breeding activities and animal care

- Manage a team of breeding colony managers, supervisors and technicians

- Participate in the development of research projects related to primate breeding

- Maintain compliance with regulations and protocols related to animal welfare and research

- Oversee animal welfare, feeding, monitoring, record keeping, care, and day-to-day management of primates in the breeding colony

- Confirm that all primates have proper feed and water, monitor their health, and oversee the weaning process

- Schedule and assign tasks to meet production goals

- Oversee general maintenance of the facility

- Maintain the highest level of animal health and welfare

- Assess space for an increase in headcount

- Collect key information to inform ownerships/leaders and drive decision-making for the colony

Qualifications:

- Degree in biology, animal science, related field, or equivalent experience

- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a breeding colony

- Strong understanding of animal behavior and reproductive physiology

- Proven ability to manage a team and develop effective breeding strategies

- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others

- Knowledge of regulations and standards related to animal welfare and research

- Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records

- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed

- Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects and work in outdoor conditions

- AALAS Certifications of LAT, LATG, or CMAR preferred

Benefits and Appreciation:

- Company Paid Holidays

- Company health benefits for the employee, including medical and dental

- Options for additional benefits such as ST/LT disability, life insurance, AD&D

- 401K, including Roth option and company matching

- 0% State Income Taxes

In summary, we are seeking an experienced Director of the Breeding Colony to lead our primate breeding program. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of animal behavior and reproductive physiology, be able to manage a team and have excellent communication skills. The candidate should also have knowledge of regulations and standards related to animal welfare and research and the willingness to work flexible hours. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and an opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of life-saving therapeutics.