Primate Care & Biocontainment Technician

Texas Biomedical Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site medical clinic

Wellness programs

Flexible work arrangements

Paid holidays

Job summary

Texas Biomed is seeking an Animal Caretaker – Biocontainment to provide daily care for non-human primates in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories, including feeding, watering, and cage cleaning. The role supports veterinarians and technicians with health checks and data recording.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, with animal experience or a related bachelor’s degree preferred; AALAS ALAT certification is a plus. Some primate capture/handling may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Animal experience and/or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• AALAS ALAT certification at the ALAT level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for non-human primates in ABSL-2/3 labs (watering, feeding, cage cleaning).
• Record data from daily animal care and assist veterinarians and technicians.
• May be required to capture and handle non-sedated non-human primates.

Skills

Animal handling

Primate care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)

AALAS ALAT certification (preferred)

Job description

Texas Biomed is seeking an Animal Caretaker – Biocontainment to provide daily care for non-human primates in ABSL-2 and ABSL-3 laboratories, including feeding, watering, and cage cleaning. The role supports veterinarians and technicians with health checks and data recording.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, with animal experience or a related bachelor’s degree preferred; AALAS ALAT certification is a plus. Some primate capture/handling may be required.