Chemist

Zoetis•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis is 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. We are building our newest manufacturing facility in Lithia Springs, GA, to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios. 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.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. (or equivalent) in Chemistry or Biochemistry
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.
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.
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Support daily decision-making by preparing data analysis and recommendations; escalate 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.