Quality Scientist I

- Zoetis India Capability Center; Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Virginia to perform daily testing of samples from production and ensure timely results within GMP guidelines. You will follow detailed instructions, troubleshoot testing issues, maintain schedules, and manage reagent supply.

Responsibilities include aseptic testing, documenting results per cGMP, cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, and supporting QA activities. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS STEM degree or AA with 1–3 years experience.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and maintain accuracy.
• Able to follow detailed instructions with coaching.
• Basic GLP knowledge and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Test samples from manufacturing to ensure quality and compliance per assays.
• Maintain testing schedules and reagent supply.
• Complete documentation following cGMP guidelines.
• Clean and maintain lab equipment, instrumentation and facility.
• Follow Zoetis Quality Standards, Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

BA/BS STEM degree or AA with 1–3 years experience

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

Daily testing of samples received from production. Timely completion of tests to meet the established testing time. Following GMP documentation guidelines. The colleague should have ability to follow detailed instructions and have basic problem-solving skills and ability to trouble shoot issues that may arise when testing. Colleague must be willing to contribute to the teams productivity and overall goals. Maintaining testing schedules and reagent supply

• Testing of samples from manufacturing to ensure Quality and compliance according to all applicable assays utilizing good aseptic practices.
• Maintaining testing schedules and reagent supply
• Completion of documentation following cGMP guidelines
• Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, instrumentation and facility
• Following all Zoetis Quality Standards, Policies and Procedures
• Providing minimum input for laboratory investigations (LIR), minimal project support
• Understanding of the QC software packages used during routine work
• Understanding of MODA EM software and zLIMS/SAP software
• Pipette work
• Preparation of media and reagents
• Media Fill inspections
• Equipment Monitoring
• Following Safety practices

Education and Experience

• BA/BS STEM Degree or AA with 1-3 years' experience.
• General knowledge of the following software programs: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to positively embrace change and flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work well independently and as a part of a team, and ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the organization.
• Gain Proficiency in 50% of the testing in a specified area.
• Able to follow detailed instructions with coaching.
• Knowledge of Basic GLP requirements.
• Basic Problem-solving skills and troubleshooting ability.

Physical Position Requirements

• Must be able to walk, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, kneel, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently.
• Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 25 lbs.
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Flexibility to cover rotating weekend duties.
• Ability to grasp and manipulate objects like pipettors, flasks, and bottles.

Full time

Regular

Colleague

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