Animal Caretaker I - Biocontainment Support (ABSL 2 & 3)
Company: Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Texas Biomed is searching for an Animal Caretaker –
Biocontainment Support to join our team. This candidate will
provide general husbandry and animal handling inside the ABSL-2 and
ABSL-3 laboratories. Candidate will assist with documentation of
data obtained from daily animal care. The Role · Provide daily care
for non-human primates, e.g., watering, feeding, daily cleaning of
cages, etc. within ABSL 2 & 3 labs · 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. Prefer one-year specific job
experience or bachelors degree in related discipline. · AALAS
Certificate at the ALAT level preferred or licensed veterinary
technician (LVT). · Animal experience preferred. · Must have valid
driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards. 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: Recognized as one of the San
Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025. Awarded the
2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio
Business Group on Health (SABGH). Employee-centered culture focused
on open communication, job empowerment, and trust. Comprehensive
health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your
family (including your pets!). 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 (last week of December
until New Year’s). On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and
paid prescription drug resources to support your health. On-site
gym and wellness programs to help you stay active. Flexible work
arrangements designed to support work-life balance. We offer a
relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at
work. Dynamic learning environment with professional development,
mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to help
you grow. 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.
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