Open Rank Veterinarian – SNPRC

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC) and Texas Biomedical Research Institute (Texas Biomed), located in San Antonio, Texas, are seeking a clinical Veterinarian to support the care and management of nonhuman primate (NHP) colonies used for production, research, and retirement, as well as smaller populations of other research species including rodents, rabbits, and ferrets. The Veterinarian will provide comprehensive clinical care, including diagnosis and treatment of disease, implementation of preventive health programs, disease surveillance and prevention, administration of analgesics and anesthetics, participation in the DEA controlled substances program, and performance of surgical and post-surgical care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of veterinarians to ensure continuous clinical coverage, including participation in off-hours, weekend, and holiday rotations. This role is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance in accordance with institutional Standard Operating Procedures, the Animal Welfare Act, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. In addition, the Veterinarian will perform and oversee research-related procedures, review animal use protocols, advise Principal Investigators on appropriate animal models, develop and refine research techniques, and contribute to continuous improvements in animal care, welfare, and management practices. The position also involves collaboration with internal and external investigators seeking to utilize the unique NHP resources at SNPRC. Texas Biomed and SNPRC have a strong focus on infectious disease research, and the successful candidate will support studies conducted at ABSL-3 and ABSL-4 containment levels. This position includes appointment as a Core Scientist at SNPRC, reporting to the Associate Director for Veterinary Resources, and a faculty appointment at Texas Biomed at the appropriate rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, reporting to the Executive Vice President for Research. As a faculty role, independent and collaborative research activities are strongly encouraged.

Requirements

D.V.M. or V.M.D. degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school
Active license to practice in the United States
USDA accreditation is required or must be obtainable
Comfortable using standard computer applications, including Microsoft tools, project management software, and electronic medical records systems
Strong technical writing skills
Experience reviewing and developing study protocols
Solid understanding of applicable regulatory requirements

Nice To Haves

ACLAM board certification or board eligibility
Three or more years of experience providing clinical care to nonhuman primates in a laboratory animal setting
Licensed in the state of Texas
Eligible to obtain a DEA license

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive clinical care, including diagnosis and treatment of disease
Implementation of preventive health programs
Disease surveillance and prevention
Administration of analgesics and anesthetics
Participation in the DEA controlled substances program
Performance of surgical and post-surgical care
Maintain regulatory compliance
Perform and oversee research-related procedures
Review animal use protocols
Advise Principal Investigators on appropriate animal models
Develop and refine research techniques
Contribute to continuous improvements in animal care, welfare, and management practices
Collaboration with internal and external investigators

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.