Animal Caretaker I - Baboon Group

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Caretaker in the Baboon Group. The successful candidate must be able to wash down and move cages, feed animals, perform daily health checks on animals, and sanitize cages using various detergents and portable power washers. Must be able to work well as a team member, as well as independently.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Animal experience a preferred
Valid Driver’s license
Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for baboons, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of cages, etc.
Provide all other aspects of primate husbandry, including health checks, recording data and assisting Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in health care and assist in environmental enrichment program.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
pet insurance options
Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service
Generous paid time off
14 paid holidays
paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year’s)
Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Paid parental leave
Flexible work arrangements
On-site medical clinic
wellness incentives
prescription support programs
On-site fitness center
wellness programs
Relaxed dress code
professional development opportunities
mentorship
tuition reimbursement
leadership programs