Baboon Group Primate Caregiver – Flexible Hours

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

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.