Senior Associate Scientist- Biologics Process Development, Development Sciences and Technologies, VMRD

States considered: Michigan

Role Description

• Title: Senior Associate Scientist- Biologics Process Development, Development Sciences and Technologies, VMRD
  • Zoetis is a global animal health company dedicated to supporting customers and their businesses. Building on 60 years of experience, we deliver quality medicines, biopharmaceuticals, and vaccines, complemented by diagnostic products and genetic tests and supported by a range of services. We are working every day to better understand and address the real-world challenges faced by those who raise and care for animals in ways they find truly relevant.
  • Zoetis discovers, develops, and manufactures a diverse portfolio of animal health medicines, biopharmaceuticals and vaccines designed to meet the real-world needs of veterinarians and the livestock farmers and companion animal owners they support. Zoetis has the first monoclonal antibody therapy for treating atopic dermatitis in dogs. We are currently seeking to fill new positions to support our growing biopharmaceutical portfolio.
  • Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development, Development Sciences and Technologies in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist.

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Test internal development samples using HPLC/UPLC, electrophoresis, spectrophotometric, molecular and/or ligand binding assays.
  • Generate, analyze, interpret, and report routine sample testing data.
  • Develop and maintain internal lab method documentation, ensuring methods are up-to-date and aligned with the analytical development expectations.
  • Apply technical assay expertise to provide guidance and support with method-related problems.
  • Assist in troubleshooting sample or instrument failures.
  • Train and mentor junior analysts on analytical method techniques and procedures.
  • Document procedure and results in laboratory notebooks.
  • Communicate test results with internal customers.
  • Assist with internal lab ordering, logistics, and instrumentation maintenance.
• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology or a related discipline or related field with 3+ years of hands-on experience.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment and effectively engage with partner groups.
  • Attention to detail and good oral and written communication skills required.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Experience in separation technologies including multiple modes for HPLC/UPLC and capillary electrophoresis (e.g., SEC, RP-HPLC, IEX, icIEF, CE-SDS) for protein analysis.
  • Experience in ligand-binding assays, such as ELISA for protein analysis.
  • Experience in molecular assays, such as qPCR.
    

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

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