Supervisor, Facility Operations

Description

About us

Champions Oncology is a technology-enabled research organization that leverages an end-to-end range of research and development solutions to improve the productivity of oncology drug development. Using computational and experimental testing platforms, Champions Oncology improves decision making for effective therapeutic development. Our team is passionate and self-motivated working together to accelerate the challenges of oncology drug development and ultimately improve patients’ lives around the world.

REPORTING LOCATION: Rockville, MD

Job Overview

 Support in vivo oncology studies through equipment management; facility operations, maintenance, and security; laboratory health and safety; and supply receipt and distribution. Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee the maintenance of facility infrastructure and equipment; conduct maintenance, calibration, and testing; and oversee and schedule repairs as needed

• Coordinate and oversee end-users and waste haulers to manage waste streams

• Coordinate and oversee end-users and monitoring companies to maintain equipment set points

• Coordinate and oversee equipment repair and certification/calibration records and schedules

• Responsible for facility security, including badge access control

• Responsible for the laboratory health and safety program, including radiation safety program

• Responsible for supply receipt and distribution systems and processes

• Negotiate with vendors to manage and contain expenses

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•  Strong technical and mechanical aptitude

• Ability to work effectively and productively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of accountability, integrity and confidentiality

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound and accurate judgment in making timely decisions

• Superior planning, organizational, computer, written, and verbal communication skills

• Ability and eagerness to assist with other duties in a dynamic environment

• Ability to observe safety and security procedures and relevant regulations and laws

Education and Experience

• BS degree and 1 year of related experience or 3 years related experience

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience, with at least 2 years leadership experience

• Experience in contract research animal facility or industry setting required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel.

• Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical office environment in a multi-level facility

• Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing.

• In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes and chemical hazards.

• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary. Champions Oncology is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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