Quality Scientist I

Zoetis•Charles City, IA

11d

About The Position

The Quality Scientist I performs daily testing of samples received from production and completes testing within established timelines. The role follows GMP documentation guidelines and applicable quality standards, using good aseptic practices to ensure manufacturing samples meet quality and compliance requirements. The colleague is expected to follow detailed instructions, apply basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, and contribute to team productivity and goals. The position also involves maintaining testing schedules and reagent supplies; preparing media and reagents; conducting pipette work, media fill inspections, and equipment monitoring; and cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and facilities. The colleague follows Zoetis quality and safety procedures, provides limited input to laboratory investigations and project support, and uses relevant QC software, including MODA EM and zLIMS/SAP.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in a STEM field, or an AA degree with 1–3 years of experience.
General knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of basic GLP requirements.
Able to follow detailed instructions with coaching.
Basic problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, and with people at all organizational levels.
Willingness to embrace change and adjust flexibly to changing priorities.
Ability to work scheduled 40-hour weeks and overtime as needed.
Flexibility to cover rotating weekend duties.
Ability to walk, sit, or stand for long periods; reach above shoulder level; bend or stoop; kneel; push or pull; and handle or grip frequently.
Ability to frequently lift and carry 5 to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive motions and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Ability to grasp and manipulate objects such as pipettors, flasks, and bottles.

Responsibilities

Test manufacturing samples using applicable assays and good aseptic practices to ensure quality and compliance.
Complete testing within established timelines and maintain testing schedules.
Maintain reagent supplies and prepare media and reagents.
Complete documentation in accordance with cGMP guidelines.
Clean and maintain laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and facilities.
Follow Zoetis Quality Standards, policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Provide minimum input for laboratory investigations (LIR) and minimal project support.
Use QC software packages, including MODA EM and zLIMS/SAP.
Perform pipette work, media fill inspections, and equipment monitoring.
Gain proficiency in 50% of the testing in a specified area.