Primate Caretaker – Macaque Group (Day Shift)

Texas Biomedical Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking an Animal Caretaker – Macaque Group to join our Veterinary Resources team. The role focuses on providing daily care for macaques, maintaining housing and environments to maximize welfare and minimize variables in health and sanitation.

Under supervision you will perform health checks, record data, assist veterinarians, and participate in enrichment programs. Weekend/holiday coverage and a valid driver’s license are required; ALAT certification and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Animal experience and/or bachelor's 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for macaque primates, including watering, feeding and cage cleaning.
• Perform health checks, record data and assist veterinarians and technicians in healthcare and enrichment.
• May be required to capture and handle non-sedated non-human primates.

Skills

Animal care

Care of primates

Data recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking an Animal Caretaker – Macaque Group to join our Veterinary Resources team. The role focuses on providing daily care for macaques, maintaining housing and environments to maximize welfare and minimize variables in health and sanitation.

Under supervision you will perform health checks, record data, assist veterinarians, and participate in enrichment programs. Weekend/holiday coverage and a valid driver’s license are required; ALAT certification and