Animal Care Supervisor

Description

Texas Biomed is seeking an Animal Care Supervisor to oversee the daily activities of the macaque animal care team.

The Role:

• Plan work schedules, assign tasks, coordinate workload, and provide priorities.

• Coach, mentor, motivate and lead assigned employees influencing them to take positive action and be accountable for assigned responsibilities.

• Provide guidance and make recommendations concerning talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.

• Assist leaders in identifying opportunities to streamline, improve, and/or automate business processes while actively implementing changes as needed.

• Maintain regular communication with leaders and reporting employees related to upcoming tasks and deadlines and assist as needed.

• Oversee the recording of data for daily reports such as husbandry records (sanitation, feeding, animal observations), clinical observations of animals, inventory reports, and other task related reporting.

• Assure that assigned staff follow and comply with standards of veterinary care and properly execute IACUC approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and research activities.

• Administer the animal care training program to include: determining the appropriate training, scheduling training sessions, and maintaining competency requirements.

Our Ideal Candidate:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Sixty hours from an accredited college/university or Associate’s degree preferred.

Five (5) years animal experience required.

Demonstrated supervisory skills are required, preferably over medical or technical personnel working with non-human primates. 

Texas Operators Driver’s License with good driving record required.

AALAS Certification preferred.

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:

• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family—including pet insurance options.
• 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 (from the last week of December through New Year’s).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)—the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.

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.