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Form of workTexas Biomed issearching for a Veterinary ResearchTechnician I - Macaque group to join our team. This position will providesupport and technical assistance on research, clinical, and surgical procedureswith the Macaque group.
The Role:
Performs observations of laboratory non -humanprimates in single and group housing and provides husbandry care
Reviews clinicalhistory, and performs a basic health check.
Triages and aids in the treatment ofanimals with wounds and other clinical conditions under the direction of aVeterinarian.
Uses appropriate standard husbandryprocedures to clean and sanitize animal areas.
Prepares, induces, maintains, recovers,and documents anesthesia events to include IV
catheterization and intubation.
Collects, labels, and distributesbiological specimens and tissues from non-human primates.
Maintains, cleans, operates, and reportscondition of equipment.
Prepares non-human primates forpathologic evaluation and may assist with necropsy.
Maintains written documentation andsubsequent data entry into the record database.
Our Ideal Candidate:
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
At least 2 years of job specific experience
Valid driver's license
Preferred: AALAS (ALAT, LAT, or LATG) certification, or Licensed Veterinary Technician; 60 hours college or Associate's degree or Bachelor's Degree in related field; previous research experience with non-human primates or other laboratory animals
Available to work Monday-Friday, 7am to 4pm with rotating schedule covering weekends and holidays
Who We Are:
Texas BiomedicalResearch Institute is one of the world'sleading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancingglobal human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomedaims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovativethinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.
What We Can Offer You:
Competitive Pay
7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one
Full insurance benefits
Holidays, PTO and a paid week for the last week of December
Other: Work involvesstrenuous physical activities of various kinds with routine exposure toanimals, hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, and unpleasantwork conditions (e.g. exposure to unpleasant odors or adverse weatherconditions). The laboratory environment is managed by stringent safety andhealth standards and with adherence to protocol, the risk is low.
**All new hires mustpresent proof of an up to date COVID-19 immunization record to includebooster(s) if eligible.
