Scientist– Biologics Analytical Sciences

Zoetis Spain SL; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Scientist/Senior Scientist in Biologics Analytical Sciences to advance characterization of biopharmaceuticals and enable robust analytical workflows.

You'll contribute to method development, validation and transfer using HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, spectroscopy and MS, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality data and actionable insights for development programs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related discipline with industry experience (BS 4+ yrs, MS 2+ yrs).
• Motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in separation technologies including multiple HPLC modes and capillary electrophoresis for complex proteins.
• Experience in developing and validating biopharmaceutical analytical methods (LC, electrophoretic separations, glycoprotein analysis).
• Capability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop others, and guide work toward outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Characterize biological molecules, identify degradation pathways, and define critical quality attributes.
• Contribute to analytical method development, qualification, validation, and transfer activities.
• Primary techniques include HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry.
• Document results and communicate findings to interdisciplinary teams via reports and presentations.
• Develop high-throughput and/or automated sample preparation methodologies.

Skills

Characterization

Analytical techniques

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication (oral and written)

Education

BS in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology

MS in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology

Tools

HPLC

Capillary electrophoresis

Spectroscopy

Mass spectrometry

UHPLC

Job description

Scientist / Sr. Scientist - Biologics Analytical Sciences

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 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, Biologics Analytical Sciences in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an analytical scientist at the Scientist level.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Characterization of biological molecules, identify degradation pathways, and define critical quality attributes.

Contribute to analytical method development, qualification, validation, and transfer activities.

Primary techniques are High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), capillary electrophoresis, spectroscopy and mass spectrometry.

Maintain familiarity with scientific literature and apply new knowledge appropriately to projects.

Convey complex and nuanced concepts to interdisciplinary teams through oral and written presentations, and reports.

Work in collaboration with other scientists to advance the development of state-of-the- art techniques to characterize biopharmaceutical products, assays, and tools.

Develop high-throughput and/or automated methodologies for sample preparation.

Develop creative solutions to moderately complex problems.

Document and communicate results in electronic laboratory notebooks, technical reports, and oral presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

BS or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or other related discipline, with industry experience (BS w/ 4+ years, MS w/ 2+ years), preferably in the animal health biopharmaceutical industry.

Motivated self-starter with excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Experience in separation technologies including multiple modes for HPLC and capillary electrophoresis (e.g., SEC, RP-HPLC, IEX, icIEF, CE-SDS) for the analysis of complex proteins.

Experience in developing, and validating biopharmaceutical analytical methods, including liquid chromatography (UHPLC), electrophoretic separations, and glycoprotein analysis.

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

Prepare comprehensive analytical reports and presentations, conveying findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude toward process improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

More than 4 years of industry experience in developing, validating and transferring biopharmaceutical analytical methods

Strong understanding of protein structure, post-translational modifications (including glycans) and potential sequence liabilities (e.g oxidation, deamidation, and clipping)

Familiarity with biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes, including cell culture, purification, and formulation.

Proficiency in Empower and Chemstation chromatographic software.

UHPLC, electrophoresis, spectroscopy method development experience.

Skills and experience in experimental design, technical problem solving and continuous improvement.

Experience and understanding of mass spec analysis of biological products using LC-MS.

Experience in SDS-PAGE gel digestion for LC-MS protein identification.

Familiarity in plate-based assays such as ELISA.

Full time Regular Colleague

Equal Opportunity & Eligibility

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.

Company Overview

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our 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.