Veterinary Research Technician I - Baboon Clinic
Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Summary
Texas Biomed is searching for a Veterinary Research Technician I – Baboon Clinic to join our team. This position will provide support and technical assistance on research, clinical, and surgical procedures with the Baboon group.
Job description
The Role:
- 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.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
- At least 2 years of job specific experience
- Valid driver’s license and comply with Texas Biomed’s driving standards.
- Preferred: 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
- Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering weekends and holidays
Requirements
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
- At least 2 years of job specific experience
- Valid driver’s license and comply with Texas Biomed’s driving standards
- Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering 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
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.