Astera Institute
The Animal Trainer will design and implement positive‑reinforcement training programs for a non‑human primate colony, conduct daily health and behavioral observations, and support veterinary and research teams with animal handling and procedural assistance. Working under the Lead Animal Trainer, the role focuses on animal welfare, compliance documentation, and the development of enrichment and training SOPs.
Headquarters
Berkeley, California, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2020
Astera Institute is a research and engineering organization focused on preparing for AI's transformative impact on humanity by working toward more positive futures. It operates three divisions: Neuro & AGI, which conducts directed neuroscience and AI safety research to understand biological intelligence and engineer safe general intelligence systems; Radial, a life sciences research division that funds and runs high-impact fundamental scientific challenges; and Foundation, which provides operational support, leads a Residency Program, and supports Fellows and strategic investments.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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