Associate Scientist, Biology-Discovery

## Associate Scientist, Biology-Discovery Apply:
Not Applicable:
USA
- Nebraska
- Elkhorn:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
End Date:
October 21, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
R420911
** Job Description
** For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science.  Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology.  Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.  Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence.  

Because when it comes to animal health,
** no one sees it like we do.*
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* Job Title:

Associate Scientist - Formulation Development
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* Position Summary:

** We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our Formulation Development team supporting the research and development of therapeutic veterinary monoclonal antibodies and other biologic products. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist with a strong chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related background who is interested in protein formulation, analytical characterization, and biologics product development. In this hands-on laboratory role, you will contribute to formulation screening, stability studies, analytical testing, and the development of robust formulations for veterinary therapeutic antibodies.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Early Discovery Research, Upstream Process Development, Downstream Process Development, Analytical and Bioassay Development, and Manufacturing Team to advance veterinary biologics from research through development. The ideal candidate is scientifically analytically minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with laboratory instruments and quantitative data. Training will be provided for selected instrumentation and platform technologies.  
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Prepare formulation buffers, excipient solutions, standards, and samples using accurate weighing, pH adjustment, dilution, filtration, and solution-handling techniques.
* Execute formulation screening and optimization studies for monoclonal antibodies, including evaluation of pH, buffer systems, salts, surfactants, stabilizers, protein concentration, and other formulation variables.
* Conduct forced-degradation, accelerated-stability, freeze-thaw, agitation, light-exposure, and other stress studies to assess product quality and formulation robustness.
* Perform routine analytical testing using techniques such as UV-Vis spectroscopy, protein concentration measurement, pH, osmolality, appearance, turbidity, particle assessment, chromatography, electrophoresis, and thermal stability analysis, as available.
* Support evaluation of monoclonal antibody physicochemical stability, including aggregation, fragmentation, oxidation, deamidation, charge heterogeneity, precipitation, and particle formation.
* Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain formulation and analytical laboratory equipment in accordance with established procedures.
* Analyze and interpret experimental data, identify trends, compare formulation conditions, and communicate scientifically supported conclusions and recommendations.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and prepare study summaries, technical reports, protocols, and presentations.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams while following laboratory safety requirements, standard operating procedures, and data integrity expectations.  
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* Qualifications:

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* Minimum Education:

*** Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline.  
** Required

Experience and Skills:

*** Experience working in a chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical, analytical, or biologics laboratory environment.
* Strong foundation in chemistry, including solution preparation, concentration calculations, pH and buffer concepts, dilution, and basic physicochemical principles.
* Hands-on experience with common analytical laboratory techniques and instruments, with the ability to follow methods and generate reliable quantitative data.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document, organize, review, and interpret experimental results.
* Basic data analysis and visualization skills using software such as Excel, Graph Pad Prism, or similar…