Animal Caretaker I - Biocontainment

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

17h

About The Position

Texas Biomed is seeking an Animal Caretaker I to provide general husbandry and animal handling in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories. The role includes documenting data collected during daily animal care. The caretaker provides daily care for non-human primates, including feeding, watering, and cage cleaning. Other duties include conducting health checks, recording data, supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with animal health care, and assisting with the environmental enrichment program. The position may require capturing and handling non-sedated non-human primates.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Texas Biomed driving standards.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Animal experience and/or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
AALAS Certification at the ALAT level.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for non-human primates, including watering, feeding, and daily cage cleaning in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories.
Perform other aspects of primate husbandry, including health checks and recording data.
Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with animal health care.
Assist with the environmental enrichment program.
Document data obtained from daily animal care.
Capture and handle non-sedated non-human primates when required.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, with pet insurance options.
Employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
Paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess.
Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness.
Volunteer Time Off.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible work arrangements.
On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs.
On-site fitness center and wellness programs.
Professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.
Employee-centered culture with more than 100 culture events each year.