Nonhuman Primate Enrichment Specialist

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC) at Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, TX, is searching for an enthusiastic, organized, creative, and skilled person in the field of animal enrichment and behavior. The candidate will be working as part of the Behavioral Services group to coordinate a nonhuman primate enrichment program, and in the design, deployment, and maintenance of enrichment items. The individual will participate in independent or collaborative research on primate behavior, cognition, evolution, behavioral management, and related topics, and join an innovative, cooperative, and dedicated behavioral team.

Requirements

BS in psychology, anthropology, biology, or related fields
A minimum of one year of applicable animal experience
Comfortable working with laboratory animals including various nonhuman primates
Good organizational skills
Good computer skills, including software programming and maintenance, highly desirable
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Capacity to lift and carry 50 lbs for short distances on a regular basis
Comfortable working in environments where infectious agents may be present
Comfortable working with hazardous chemicals including Enviro-B and bleach
Comfortable standing or walking for prolonged periods, pulling and holding overhead cables, or climbing ladders
Enthusiasm for primate behavior, and its study

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with nonhuman primates desirable but commensurate experience with other exotic and/or domestic taxa may be acceptable
Good computer skills, including software programming and maintenance, highly desirable

Responsibilities

Help coordinate a nonhuman primate enrichment program
Design, deploy, clean, and maintain enrichment items
Maintain an enrichment kitchen
Participate in research projects involving primate cognition, behavior, management, and related topics, to include project design, data collection, analyses, and/or dissemination
Maintain enrichment records and associated summaries in a computerized database
Maintain computers utilized in voluntary nonhuman primate cognitive testing
Prepare and present seminars for intramural and extramural professionals (e.g., annual presentation on the subfield of animal enrichment)
Keep current on literature regarding primate behavior and enrichment
Participate in journal/book club on topics related to primate behavior

Benefits

Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).
Employee-centered culture focused on open communication, job empowerment, and trust.
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.
We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
Dynamic learning environment with professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to help you grow.
We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity!
Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.