Animal Caretaker I - Baboon Group

Texas Biomedical Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company matches

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

On-site medical clinic

Wellness programs

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking an Animal Caretaker in the Baboon Group. The role includes daily care, feeding, water, cage cleaning, health checks, and data recording to support veterinarians and technicians.

Work requires teamwork and independence in a demanding laboratory setting. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, animal experience preferred, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Animal experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for baboons, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of cages, etc.
• 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.

Skills

Animal care

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Animal Caretaker in the Baboon Group

Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Caretaker in the Baboon Group. The successful candidate must be able to wash down and move cages, feed animals, perform daily health checks on animals, and sanitize cages using various detergents and portable power washers. Must be able to work well as a team member, as well as independently.

The Role

• Provide daily care for baboons, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of cages, etc.
• 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.

Our Ideal Candidate

• High school diploma or GED required
• Animal experience a preferred
• Valid Driver’s license
• Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering some weekends and holidays

Who We Are

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You

• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
• 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 (from the last week of December through New Year’s).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)—the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.

Other

Work involves strenuous physical activities of various kinds with routine exposure to animals, hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, and unpleasant work conditions (e.g. exposure to unpleasant odors or adverse weather conditions). The laboratory environment is managed by stringent safety and health standards and with adherence to protocol, the risk is low.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.