Sr. Associate Scientist - Biologics Analytical Sciences

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare benefits

Retirement savings benefits

Employee well-being programs

Job summary

A leading animal health company in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Sr. Associate Scientist to advance vaccine analytical development. The role requires proficiency in immunoassays and analytical chemistry, as well as excellent communication skills. Candidates should have over two years of industry experience in method validation and grafting reports. This position offers competitive benefits within a collaborative environment focused on animal health innovation.

Qualifications

• More than two years of experience in developing and validating vaccine analytical methods.
• Academic or industry experience in laboratory relevant to bacterial or viral characterization.
• Excellent documentation and scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments for analytical method development.
• Perform necessary analytical methods for biological ingredient characterization.
• Document results in electronic laboratory notebooks and communicate findings.

Skills

Immunoassays

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS in immunology, virology, biochemistry, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Sr. Associate Scientist - Biologicals Development Analytical Sciences

Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development, Biologics Analytical Sciences in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an immunoassay and/or bioanalytical professional at the Sr. Associate Scientist level.

Position Summary

This position will require a highly motivated individual who can effectively collaborate with other team members to advance projects. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for analytical development activities supporting vaccine projects from early research through late-stage development and the preparation and testing of biological specimens utilized in the characterization of viral and bacterial antigens. The scientist will help execute study protocols and will analyze and interpret scientific data. The scientist must be able to demonstrate good laboratory safety awareness, rigid aseptic technique, and notebook documentation. Self‑motivation, problem‑solving skills, and an ability to work independently and within a group are essential.

Responsibilities

• Primary techniques for our biologic platform are immunoassays, ELISA, western blotting, SDS‑Page, PCRs, bioassays, viral titrations, serological assay, immunofluorescence, and proof of inactivation. Design and conduct laboratory experiments including analytical method development, validation and transfer.
• Perform analytical methods necessary for the characterization and release of active biological ingredients.
• Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers and automated workstations.
• Document and communicate results in electronic laboratory notebooks, technical reports, oral/visual presentations.
• Collaborate with other scientists in a variety of technical disciplines including within Analytical Sciences, Process Development, Biological Research, Regulatory, Quality Control and Manufacturing.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS in immunology, virology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, veterinary sciences, animal science or other related discipline.
• More than two years of industry experience in developing, validating, and transferring vaccine physicochemical analytical methods.
• Experience with analytical assays development and validation.
• Academic or industry experience in a laboratory setting, specifically in bacterial or viral characterization.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities (verbal and written English) with demonstrated skill in documentation, scientific writing (protocols, reports, journal articles) and presenting data and study summaries to project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Skills and experience in experimental design, technical problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Must be able to work simultaneously on multiple projects.
• Experience working in a quality regulated environment (eg. GMP, GLP)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

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.