Steve Smith

Led oversight of Animal Care Department, focusing on staff management and Vivarium operations.
Conducted training programs for In Vivo staff, aligning them with policy updates.
Managed procurement of animals and materials, coordinating closely with inventory systems.
Engaged with global departments to foster alignment on animal welfare practices.
Developed and revised program descriptions tailored to site-specific needs in collaboration with teams.
Authored and refined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for improved workflow efficiency.
Assisted during client audits, facilitating remediation of inspection findings as needed.
Documented crisis response strategies to ensure effective incident management.

Oversaw Animal Care Department and Vivarium management, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Developed and executed animal identification programs to enhance tracking and care.

Managed vendor negotiations, optimizing pricing and service delivery for procurement needs.

Conducted training sessions for in vivo staff on updated animal care policies.

Collaborated with site teams to revise program descriptions as necessary.

Coordinated vivarium maintenance and scheduling to ensure operational efficiency.

Executed site audits for animal vendors, maintaining high standards of compliance.

Designed macro environments for animal housing based on specific site requirements.

Researched and procurement of animal housing systems based on company needs and functionality.

Executed animal husbandry practices to ensure optimal health and welfare of animals.
Maintained vivarium facilities to meet strict safety and regulatory standards.
Operated and maintained cage washing equipment to uphold cleanliness and hygiene.
Conducted biowaste removal procedures to comply with environmental regulations.
Performed sampling and testing of animal drinking water for quality assurance.
Managed receiving and documentation processes for incoming animals, ensuring accurate records.

Oversaw multi-species animal husbandry across toxicology, cardiovascular, oncology, CNS, and infectious disease departments.
Managed primate enrichment program, including rotation and thorough documentation.
Performed maintenance on animal racks to ensure optimal living conditions.
Executed cage wash processes to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Assisted with primate dosing and study protocols to support research initiatives.
Conducted clicker training for mini pigs to enhance behavioral responses.
Facilitated USDA, FDA, and AALAC inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
Handled animal receiving and maintained accurate documentation for inventory control.