Senior Manager, Primate Medicine (ANML CARE MGR 1)

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director for Primate Services, the Managing Senior Veterinarian will provide the appropriate clinical environment to support biomedical research directed towards significant human health issues and nonhuman primate health and biology. The Senior Manager is expected to assure that clinical and research support services meet CNPRC academic research goals and objectives. Within the limits of available resources, the Senior Manager must provide the components necessary to ensure a high level of animal care (nonhuman primates) in veterinary medicine and surgery. Manage primate medicine unit operations to assure animal health is a top priority to deliver the highest quality of clinical/medical, surgical, dental and nutritional diagnostics, treatment, and preventative care to a large non-human primate animal colony. Manage and provide quality and efficient clinical and research support services to research scientists, which include leading, guiding, and training professional veterinarian staff in the development of research protocol design, implementation, and program development. Collaborate and provide clinical research consultation (research design and implementation) and veterinary medical care management to staff scientists and research investigators. Participate in IACUC or alternate and associated activities and collaborate on multidisciplinary and independent clinical research activities supporting CNPRC research goals and objectives. Maintain and provide expert clinical and medical guidance and advice regarding care and use of nonhuman primates to research scientists, involves directly or indirectly supervising employees and managing medical and clinical care activities to support a 493,888 square feet of indoor and outdoor animal housing space. Current funded projects will increase the indoor/outdoor animal housing space by 61,306 sq. ft. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining USDA, NIH, and other federal, state, and local regulations and AAALAC guidelines. Special Instructions: The successful candidate may also receive a non-salary earning academic clinical appointment at the School of Veterinary Medicine in the Department of Medicine and Epidemiology as a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor. Receipt of official transcripts is a condition of employment; applicants may submit such at the time of application, if desired.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a bi-weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date.

Apply By Date

10/27/2025 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary medical college or school and eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California. Board-certified by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine.
• Experience working with a variety of nonhuman Primate species or other complex animal models; Experience with meeting animal care, housing, and research regulatory requirements; Experience in grant proposal preparation, preferably NIH format.
• Proven clinical care program management focused on clinical and surgical skills.
• Knowledge of institutional, local, state, national, and international rules and regulations governing the use and care of laboratory animals (USDA Animal Welfare Act, ILAR G

Preferred Qualifications

• USDA accreditation to Perform federally mandated duties associated with operation of a laboratory animal research facility.
• Contributions to the field of laboratory animal research and/@or medicine at Local and national levels.-BioSafety, crisis Management, and Occupational Health and safety training.
• Knowledge of Gross necropsy procedures and basic histopathology of nonhuman primates. Skills to teach in a classroom and Clinical settings, seminar format, and on a One-to-One basis.
• Skills to give written and oral presentations at national and International meetings.
• Strong managerial experiences and Demonstrated Expertise in support of Biomedical research, facilitating research needs, and working with investigators.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% - Primate Medicine Unit Management
• 30% - Research Services Management
• 20% - Primate Medicine Long Range Planning
• 20% - Chief Of Service & Compliance

Department Overview

The Professional Veterinary staff is responsible to provide veterinary medical services for in-patient and outpatient areas and includes over 4,000+ non-human primates housed at the California National Primate Research Center. The California National Primate Research Center, CNPRC at UC Davis, is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health problems where non-human primates is the animal of choice. In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the CNPRC is also committed to both UC Davis and NIH missions of teaching and service.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $122,300.00 - $259,900.00 /annual
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 27
• UC Job Title: ANML CARE MGR 1
• UC Job Code: 000359
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC Community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdasvispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Special Instructions: The successful candidate may also receive a non-salary earning academic clinical appointment at the School of Veterinary Medicine in the Department of Medicine and Epidemiology as a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor. Receipt of official transcripts is a condition of employment; applicants may submit such at the time of application, if desired. -Measles vaccination or proof of illness required. TB test or chest x-ray, measles vaccination or proof of illness is required prior to employment and annually thereafter. -This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. -Must be willing to perform assigned duties in a BioSafety Level (BSL) 2 or 3 facility where nonhuman primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous agents such as HIV, SIV, or Herpes B virus. -CNPRC employees are directly or indirectly engaged in the performance of work on Federal or State contracts and grants as well as periodically come into contact with controlled substances; and are expected to abide by the UC Policy on Substance Abuse, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and the State Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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