Scientist, Bioscience Process and Validation

Zoetis•Durham, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Scientist to join our Bioscience Process and Validation team. This role plays a pivotal part in the development and validation of innovative biodevice products, ensuring they achieve a successful and safe product launch. The ideal candidate will take charge in a dynamic matrix environment, contributing to project leadership while ensuring collaboration across all team members, ensuring each voice is heard. Our team is dedicated to fostering an environment of continuous learning, innovation, and respect, and we value the unique perspectives each member brings to our shared goals.

Requirements

BS or MS in a relevant scientific field, or equivalent training/experience.
Minimum of 5 years in animal research or relevant laboratory science.
Practical and relevant laboratory experience.
Demonstrated hands-on interactions integrating mechanical devices and biological processes.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative while ensuring team collaboration.
Experience working in a matrix environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to travel for field work, with hands-on experience in animal handling and specialized laboratory equipment.
Experience in animal handling and/or with animal models.
Experience and success with multiple veterinary procedures in a research environment.
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a complex, multiple variables, applied science environment.
High attention to detail.
Good communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Endure long periods of sitting, standing, walking, and/or repetitive motions.
Ability to travel.
Ability to work non-standard working hours (e.g., early morning or late-night work) with a potential for overnight work.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to develop and implement testing protocols.
Commitment to team values such as collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect.

Nice To Haves

Medical device development exposure is a plus.
Experience with GLP/GCP compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead product development initiatives for innovative biodevice offerings, ensuring a thorough understanding of biological impacts and device safety.
Collaborate with engineering, Technical Service, and Field Service teams to refine design requirements, specifications, and product testing.
Design, develop, execute, and analyze experiments and test protocols for product characterization and validation, applying bioscience development and statistical analysis methodologies.
Conduct evaluations both in-house and at customer test sites, including field-testing and assay execution, while overseeing trial-related activities such as onsite visits, data collection, and reporting, ensuring meticulous and compliant records of experimental data.
Communicate effectively with internal teams, trial sites, sponsors, and external collaborators to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
Adapt to both fast-paced and slower-paced environments, demonstrating enthusiasm, initiative, and self-motivation as needed.
Work efficiently in both independent and team settings, fostering collaboration and shared success.
Train and mentor junior staff on research activities and protocols, fostering professional growth within the team.
Collaborate with study team members to support project execution and ensure alignment with objectives.
Uphold the team values of respect, integrity, and open communication, creating an environment where all members feel valued and empowered to contribute.