Zoetis-posted 8 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Atlanta, GA
5,001-10,000 employees

What is it like to work for Zoetis, the world leader in animal health? Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague, but at our core, our purpose ‘to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals,’ is what unites us in all our roles. We are 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. And we are excited to become a part of the Lithia Springs, GA, community as we build our newest manufacturing facility to support our growing monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios. We are currently searching for a Microbiologist to join our team. Summary The Quality Controls Laboratory group conducts routine testing for manufactured products. Qualified Microbiologist applicants would have expertise in performing microbiological 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 microbial assay validation and troubleshooting, proven ability to train team members, project management and report writing.

  • Perform complex routine laboratory testing independently
  • Interact with interdepartmental customers such as Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality Assurance
  • Perform laboratory testing associated with transfer projects
  • Perform trouble shooting and problem solving for routine tests and processes
  • Demonstrate expertise and participate in laboratory responsibilities, including training, paperwork review and approval and laboratory investigation support.
  • Assist supervisor with daily decision-making using data, good judgment, and experience
  • Work with Maintenance and Engineering to improve laboratory and equipment operation
  • Proceduralize processes using standard work concepts
  • Participate in outline reviews as a 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.
  • B.S. or equivalent in Biological Sciences or closely related field and 5 - 7 years’ experience in a microbiological laboratory
  • Experience performing / troubleshooting / developing microbiological assays.
  • Exceptional Organizational, Communication and Interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of Biological and Chemical Processes common to Quality Control Testing
  • Understanding of Biological 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 on both basic fundamentals and technical aspects of microbiological assays.
  • Advance understanding of microbiology
  • 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
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