Chemist

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 Chemist to join our team.

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.

• Support daily decision‑making by preparing data analysis and recommendations; escalating 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.

Education:

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

Chemist:

• M.S. with 2–6 years of chemistry laboratory experience, or
• B.S. with 4–8 years of chemistry laboratory experience.

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…