Animal Caretaker I - Biocontainment
Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Summary
Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Caretaker – Biocontainment Support to join our team. This candidate will provide general husbandry and animal handling inside the ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories. Candidate will assist with documentation of data obtained from daily animal care.
Job description
The Role
- Provide daily care for non-human primates, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of cages, etc. within ABSL 2 & 3 labs
- Provide all other aspects of primate husbandry, including health checks, recording data and assisting Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in health care and assist in environmental enrichment program.
- May be required to capture and handle non-sedated non-human primates.
Our Ideal Candidate
- High school diploma or GED required
- Animal experience and/or bachelors degree in related field preferred.
- AALAS Certification at the ALAT level preferred.
- Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards.
- Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Animal experience and/or bachelors degree in related field preferred
- AALAS Certification at the ALAT level preferred
- Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards
- Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Winter Recess
- Short-Term Illness Leave
- Mental Wellness Leave
- Volunteer Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- On-Site Medical Clinic
- Wellness Incentives
- Prescription Support
- On-Site Fitness Center
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentorship Programs
Company overview
Texas Biomedical Research Institute is a premier independent biomedical research institution located in San Antonio, Texas. Founded in 1941, the institute specializes in infectious disease research, focusing on understanding the mechanisms of pathogens and developing treatments and vaccines for global health threats. The institute operates one of the nation's largest nonhuman primate research centers, which plays a critical role in advancing translational research from basic science to clinical applications. Texas Biomed conducts groundbreaking research on diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, Ebola, Zika, and COVID-19, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities including BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories. The institute collaborates with academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and government agencies worldwide to address pressing public health challenges through innovative scientific approaches.