Veterinary Research Technician I - Baboon Clinic

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Biomed is seeking a Veterinary Research Technician I to provide support and technical assistance for research, clinical, and surgical procedures with the Baboon group. The role involves observing laboratory non-human primates in single and group housing, providing husbandry care, reviewing clinical histories, and performing basic health checks. Under a veterinarian’s direction, the technician triages and assists with treatment of animals with wounds and other clinical conditions. The technician follows standard husbandry procedures to clean and sanitize animal areas; prepares, induces, maintains, recovers from, and documents anesthesia events, including IV catheterization and intubation; and collects, labels, and distributes biological specimens and tissues. The role also includes maintaining and operating equipment, preparing non-human primates for pathologic evaluation, possibly assisting with necropsy, and maintaining written records and entering data into the record database.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma.
At least 2 years of job-specific experience.
Valid driver’s license and compliance with Texas Biomed’s driving standards.

Nice To Haves

AALAS certification (ALAT, LAT, or LATG), or Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials.
60 college credit hours, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Previous research experience with non-human primates or other laboratory animals.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a rotating schedule covering weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Observe laboratory non-human primates in single and group housing and provide husbandry care.
Review clinical histories and perform basic health checks.
Triage and assist in treating animals with wounds and other clinical conditions under a veterinarian’s direction.
Clean and sanitize animal areas using appropriate standard husbandry procedures.
Prepare, induce, maintain, and recover animals from anesthesia, and document anesthesia events, including IV catheterization and intubation.
Collect, label, and distribute biological specimens and tissues from non-human primates.
Maintain, clean, and operate equipment, and report its condition.
Prepare non-human primates for pathologic evaluation and potentially assist with necropsy.
Maintain written documentation and enter data into the record database.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees and their families, with pet insurance options.
Employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one and increasing with years of service.
Generous 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.