Open Rank Veterinarian – SNPRC

Texas Biomedical Research Institute and the Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC) in San Antonio, Texas are seeking a clinical Veterinarian.

About the role

The Veterinarian will support the care and management of nonhuman primate (NHP) colonies used for production, research, and retirement, as well as smaller populations of other research species including rodents, rabbits, and ferrets.

The role includes providing comprehensive clinical care, such as diagnosis and treatment of disease, preventive health programs, disease surveillance and prevention, administration of analgesics and anesthetics, participation in the DEA controlled substances program, and performance of surgical and post-surgical care.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of veterinarians to ensure continuous clinical coverage, including off-hours, weekend, and holiday rotations. This role is responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance in accordance with institutional Standard Operating Procedures, the Animal Welfare Act, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

Additional responsibilities include performing and overseeing research-related procedures, reviewing animal use protocols, advising Principal Investigators on appropriate animal models, developing and refining research techniques, and contributing to continuous improvements in animal care, welfare, and management practices. The position also involves collaboration with internal and external investigators utilizing the unique NHP resources at SNPRC.

Texas Biomed and SNPRC focus on infectious disease research, and the successful candidate will support studies conducted at ABSL-3 and ABSL-4 containment levels. This position includes appointment as a Core Scientist at SNPRC, reporting to the Associate Director for Veterinary Resources, and a faculty appointment at Texas Biomed at the appropriate rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, reporting to the Executive Vice President for Research. Independent and collaborative research activities are strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical care for NHPs and other research species, including diagnosis, treatment, and preventive health programs.
• Implement disease surveillance and prevention measures.
• Administer analgesics, anesthetics, and controlled substances in compliance with DEA regulations.
• Perform surgical and post-surgical care.
• Participate in off-hours, weekend, and holiday clinical coverage rotations.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with institutional SOPs, the Animal Welfare Act, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
• Perform and oversee research-related procedures.
• Review animal use protocols and advise Principal Investigators on appropriate animal models.
• Develop and refine research techniques to improve animal care, welfare, and management practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external investigators utilizing SNPRC’s NHP resources.
• Support infectious disease research studies conducted at ABSL-3 and ABSL-4 containment levels.

Requirements

• D.V.M. or V.M.D. degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Active license to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.
• USDA accreditation (required or must be obtainable).
• ACLAM board certification or board eligibility (preferred).
• Three or more years of experience providing clinical care to nonhuman primates in a laboratory animal setting.
• Licensed in Texas or eligible to obtain licensure (preferred).
• Eligible to obtain a DEA license.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Microsoft tools, project management software, and electronic medical records systems.
• Strong technical writing skills and experience reviewing and developing study protocols.
• Solid understanding of applicable regulatory requirements.

Potential Hazards

• Exposure to toxic materials, compressed gases, weather-related work, radioactive materials, x-ray equipment, and infectious agents (BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4).
• Handling of medical waste and laboratory animals.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Driving a motor vehicle for Texas Biomed business.
• Work in high-containment labs.
• Required participation in a medical monitoring and surveillance program.
• Must be able to wear an air-purifying respirator and, if necessary, pass a respirator fitness test.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees and their families, 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 (last week of December through New Year’s).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to support community engagement.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs.
• Relaxed dress code.
• Professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.

Texas Biomed is a proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).