Animal Caretaker I - Baboon Group

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Description 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 bre...