Laboratory Technician – Virus Operations 1st Shift

Position Summary

Work in a manufacturing laboratory setting using mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. 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.

Hours:

1st Shift, 7:15am – 3:45pm. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

• Perform processes and operate equipment required for production of bulk viral antigen.
• Apply good cell culture practices for viral and antibody production.
• Operate downstream processing equipment for production bulk fluids (e.g., tangential flow filtration, hollow‑fiber filtration, sterile filtration).
• Identify mechanical problems and maintain equipment using knowledge of bioreactors/fer mentors and supporting equipment.
• Understand, follow, and complete process documentation in support of GMP.
• Follow safety policies related to biological and chemical components and equipment to protect personnel and maintain product quality.

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• BS in Biological Sciences preferred.
• Preference given to applicants with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.

• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Mammalian cell culture practices and techniques desirable.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and computer skills; working knowledge of the metric system.
• Fundamental understanding of bioreactors/fer mentors desirable.

• Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, and biohazards.
• Continuous standing and lifting up to 50lb.

$500 sign‑on bonus. 4weeks of accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) match with company profit sharing. Tuition reimbursement and student‑loan repayment program. Comprehensive health, personal, and family benefits starting day
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Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers.

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