Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist - Global Animal Science & Welfare

Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development, Global Animal Science & Welfare in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a talented, experienced individual to provide biological sample processing support at the Associate Scientist level. 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. We are currently seeking to fill new positions to support our growing research portfolio.

Position Summary

• Using laboratory automation and informatics systems in support of sample receipt, processing, and inventory management as well as study supply provisioning required to meet research objectives.
• Processing and registering biological samples.
• Working collaboratively and being flexible and adaptable in working across many scientific areas simultaneously, with rapidly changing projects and situations.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training for new and existing laboratory personnel on all relevant lab activities, new equipment, and evolving processes, providing retraining as required to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Applying continuous improvement approaches to analyze and suggest improvements for sample logistic processes.
• Following basic laboratory safety procedures and managing compliance with corporate standards.
• Operating in a highly matrixed environment and conveying scientific and technical information to a diverse audience, including management, both within and outside the R&D group.
• This role requires flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as driven by business and operational demands.
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Preparing, distributing, and tracking biological samples.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Educational background: B.S. (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field) with 1-6+ years of experience or M.S (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field) with 0 - 6+ years of experience,
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Self-starter, able to prioritize work and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and work collaboratively with colleagues representing a broad cross-section of the drug research and development pipeline.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Work environment: The placement of this position will be primarily in Richland, MI. Occasional travel to other Zoetis sites may also be requested.

The person filling this position will work predominantly in a laboratory setting. There may be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There may be handling of, and/or exposure to animal tissue and zoonotic organisms.

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. 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.

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