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Scientist - R&D Diagnostic Assay Development
Zoetis, Inc | |
United States, California, Union City | |
January 27, 2023 | |
Scientist - R&D Diagnostic Assay Development Zoetis is a global Animal Health Company which offers a unique product portfolio supporting veterinarians in their animal care including prediction, detection, prevention, and treatment. Our diagnostic division is rapidly growing, and we are seeking a highly motivated, scientifically creative and team focused Scientist to support our teams as we develop a multitude of innovative state-of-the-art diagnostic products and continue to support our large on-market product portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment, with exposure to multiple diagnostic technologies, product development as well as on-market product support and work across global locations and cross functions. POSITION SUMMARY: We are looking for a scientist who is excited about working in a fast paced, agile, fast growing diagnostic product development organization. The scientist will be part of a global Assay (reagent) Development team located in Union City, California. The responsibilities will include conducting benchtop, hands-on laboratory experiments and utilizing wet laboratory techniques in the development of innovative bioassay methods. Additionally, the scientist will provide general laboratory and logistical support across multiple project teams to deliver quality results on time. The position requires focus and good organizational skills. In addition to the design, execution, and data analysis of studies for assay development and validation, you are responsible for the coordination of sample sourcing from global providers, maintenance of sample inventory across three R&D Diagnostics sites (Kalamazoo, MI; Union City, CA; Farum, Denmark). You will be a member of the diagnostics team as well as our established Global Sample Acquisition Team. you will participate in several cross-functional diagnostics projects. Accurately recording study results is a must. We expect that you show strong communication skills, ability to easily communicate results, risks, and conclusions to a cross-functional audience both verbally and in written format. As such, we expect you, together with the team, to stay current on new and competitive products and techniques. Excellent interpersonal, as well as oral and written communication skills are required. Self-motivation, a strong sense of accountability, willingness to participate in developing and maintaining a strong, positive, and supporting work climate is a must for this position. Furthermore, the ability to work independently, outstanding problem-solving skills, and strong teamwork skills are essential to be successful in this role. RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Proficient in English, other languages a plus. Full time Regular ColleagueAny unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation. 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. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis. |