Veterinary Research Technician - Macaque group

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Biomed is searching for a Veterinary Research Technician to join their Macaque group. This position will provide support and technical assistance on research, clinical, and surgical procedures with the Macaque group. Texas Biomedical Research Institute is an independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. that combines high-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research, a federally-designated National Primate Research Center, and over 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies. The institute fosters an entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval, with a mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
At least 2 years of job specific experience
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

AALAS (ALAT, LAT, or LATG) certification, or Licensed Veterinary Technician
60 hours college or Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Previous research experience with non-human primates or other laboratory animals

Responsibilities

Performs observations of laboratory non-human primates in single and group housing and provides husbandry care
Reviews clinical history, and performs a basic health check
Triages and aids in the treatment of animals with wounds and other clinical conditions under the direction of a Veterinarian
Uses appropriate standard husbandry procedures to clean and sanitize animal areas
Prepares, induces, maintains, recovers, and documents anesthesia events to include IV catheterization and intubation
Collects, labels, and distributes biological specimens and tissues from non-human primates
Maintains, cleans, operates, and reports condition of equipment
Prepares non-human primates for pathologic evaluation and may assist with necropsy
Maintains written documentation and subsequent data entry into the record database

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 with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets!)
An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!
Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)
On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management!
On-site gym & wellness programs!
Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!
Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work
Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally