Chemist

Zoetis, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis, the world leader in animal health, is seeking a Chemist to join the Quality Controls Laboratory in Lithia Springs, GA. The role focuses on routine chemistry lab procedures, data analysis, and supporting release testing of product with SOP and STA procedures.

The successful candidate will have a BS/MS in Chemistry or Biochemistry, hands-on experience with HPLC and related analytic methods, and strong communication and teamwork skills to support cross-functional projects and LEAN

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry or Biochemistry
• Chemist: M.S. with 2-6 years of chemistry laboratory experience, or B.S. with 4-8 years of chemistry laboratory experience
• Experience performing / troubleshooting / developing chemistry assays
• Exceptional Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Support daily decision-making by preparing data analysis and recommendations; elevate risks per SOP
• Execute and troubleshoot routine assays; document deviations and contribute to investigations
• Draft SOPs and implement defined improvements; participate in LEAN events
• Perform basic statistical analysis and generate routine reports
• Interact with interdepartmental customers such as Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality Assurance
• Perform laboratory testing associated with transfer projects
• Work with Maintenance and Engineering to improve laboratory and equipment operation
• Participate in outline reviews as an SME reviewer, provide SAP data extracts, and perform routine data analytics using basic statistical analysis
• Provide support for routine laboratory activities outside of testing including LEAN projects and Critical Reagent Management
• Demonstrate expertise and participate in laboratory responsibilities, including training, paperwork review and approval, and laboratory investigation support.
• Adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure timelines are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

HPLC

PA800

Maurice

Biomek i5

GC

AA

UV/Vis

Empower

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC

PA800

Maurice

Biomek i5

GC

AA

UV/Vis

Empower

Job description

What is it like to work for Zoetis, the world leader in animal health? Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague, but at our core, our purpose 'to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals' is what unites us in all our roles.

We are a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians, livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than one hundred countries. And we are excited to become a part of the Lithia Springs, GA, community as we build our newest manufacturing facility to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios.

We are currently searching for a Chemist to join our team.

Summary

The Quality Controls Laboratory group conducts routine testing for manufactured products. Qualified Chemist applicants would have expertise in performing chemistry laboratory procedures in compliance with specifications in Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Test Procedures used to support testing and release of product. Additional skills of interest include chemistry assay validation and troubleshooting, proven ability to train team members, project management, and report writing.

Position Responsibilities

• Support daily decision-making by preparing data analysis and recommendations; elevate risks per SOP
• Execute and troubleshoot routine assays; document deviations and contribute to investigations
• Draft SOPs and implement defined improvements; participate in LEAN events
• Perform basic statistical analysis and generate routine reports
• Interact with interdepartmental customers such as Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality Assurance
• Perform laboratory testing associated with transfer projects
• Work with Maintenance and Engineering to improve laboratory and equipment operation
• Participate in outline reviews as an SME reviewer, provide SAP data extracts, and perform routine data analytics using basic statistical analysis
• Provide support for routine laboratory activities outside of testing including LEAN projects and Critical Reagent Management
• Demonstrate expertise and participate in laboratory responsibilities, including training, paperwork review and approval, and laboratory investigation support.
• Adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure timelines are met.

Education and Experience

• Education: B.S. or M.S. (or equivalent) in Chemistry or Biochemistry
• Chemist:
  • oM.S. with 2-6 years of chemistry laboratory experience, or
  • oB.S. with 4-8 years of chemistry laboratory experience.
• Experience performing / troubleshooting / developing chemistry assays.
• Exceptional Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal skills.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

• Strong analytical skills including chemistry, HPLC, PA800, Maurice, Biomek i5, GC, AA, and UV/Vis. Proficient in Empower.
• Proficient in common software such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Advanced Microsoft Excel skill required for data analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Understanding of Biological and Chemical Processes common to Quality Control Testing
• Understanding of Chemical Regulatory Requirements and Licensure Process
• Self-starter, able to prioritize work and work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Complete calculations using basic math
• Understand metric system and basic statistics
• Ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables
• Ability to make logical decisions concerning team and department issues
• Ability to make laboratory decisions in absence of supervision
• Ability to recognize product quality issues based on company guidelines
• Ability to train colleagues in fundamental and technical aspects of chemistry assays.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, organizational and interpersonal

Preferred Qualifications

• Advance understanding of chemistry and biochemistry
• Experience with facility start-up and analytical method transfer
• Experience with equipment qualification
• Existing knowledge of FDA, USDA, EMA, and compendial requirements associated with Quality Control assay development and testing
• Proven project and time management experience including technical writing of protocols and reports

Physical Position Requirements

• Manual dexterity using hands and fingers
• This job entails sitting or standing at a laboratory bench or desk.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision work
• Occasional need to sit, reach with hands and arms
• Ability to work flexible hours, work weekends and overtime

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Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.