Animal Caretaker I - Biocontainment Support (ABSL 2 & 3)

Texas Biomedical Research Institute • San Antonio, TX

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Caretaker – Biocontainment Support to join our team. This candidate will provide general husbandry and animal handling inside the ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories. Candidate will assist with documentation of data obtained from daily animal care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards.

Nice To Haves

• One-year specific job experience or bachelors degree in related discipline.
• AALAS Certificate at the ALAT level preferred or licensed veterinary technician (LVT).
• Animal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for non-human primates, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of cages, etc. within ABSL 2 & 3 labs
• 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 plans for you and your family (including your pets!).
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (last week of December until New Year’s).
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and paid prescription drug resources to support your health.
• On-site gym and wellness programs to help you stay active.
• Flexible work arrangements designed to support work-life balance.
• Professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED