Laboratory Technician – Virus Operations 1st Shift

Zoetis • Lincoln, NE

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis is the world’s largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska’s Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow. This position involves working in a team-oriented manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. The role requires understanding, following, and completing process documentation in support of GMP, as well as understanding and following safety policies related to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.
• Working knowledge of metric system.
• All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis.

Nice To Haves

• BS in Biological sciences preferred.
• Relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.
• Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques are desirable.
• Fundamental understanding of cell growth and general lab practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Understand and apply aseptic technique with good cell culture practices as it relates to viral and antibody production within a roller bottle lab.
• Operate equipment involved in downstream processing of production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, sterile filtration, etc.).
• Using knowledge of bioreactors/fermentors and support equipment, apply skills to identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment.
• Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP.
• Understand and follow safety policies as it relates to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees