Biologics Formulation Scientist
Company: Zoetis, Inc
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD) is
seeking an enthusiastic formulation scientist for a challenging and
fast-paced position in Biologics Product Development.The incumbent
is responsible for the design and execution of pre-formulation,
formulation & process optimization studies, including scale-up,
manufacture of clinical supplies, and transfer processes to
pilot/manufacturing facilities. The scientist in this position is
also responsible for working collaboratively with
multi-disciplinary teams, author technical and regulatory
documents, leading / supporting organizational initiatives,
assessing new capabilities / technologies. The selected individual
is expected to have knowledge of formulation types/technologies,
lyophilization technology, stabilization approaches and familiarity
with analytical techniques to characterize biologicals.This role is
an on-site role and can be located in either Kalamazoo, MI or
Lincoln, NE.The responsibilities for this role will include but not
limited to:* Design and conduct studies to characterize molecular
and biophysical properties of various types of antigens (peptides,
proteins, nucleotides, viral, bacterial etc.)* Design and
development of parenteral biologic formulations (solutions,
lyophilized products, and other dosage forms)* Develop and optimize
lyophilization-cycle* Design and perform commercial process
development studies for drug products by using expertise/knowledge
of scale-down/scale-up principles* Manufacture and supply
formulations/drug product to non-pivotal and pivotal clinical
studies* Collaborate with and support pilot plant and manufacturing
scientists for successful technology transfer for manufacture of
pivotal/commercial drug product supplies.* Work with
cross-functional teams (internal and external) to execute plans and
deliverables* Keep abreast of relevant new technologies &
regulatory expectations/requirements* Ensure work activities are
aligned with relevant Quality and EHS requirements.Basic
QualificationsB.S. (7+ years experience) or MS (5+ years
experience) or PhD (0-2 years of experience) in Pharmaceutics or
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biology or
related field with research focus on formulation related aspects of
biologicals.Preferred Skills* Understanding of various types of
vaccine antigens and adjuvant systems* Knowledge of drug delivery
systems for biologicals* Experience/ advanced knowledge of
parenteral formulation development for biologics* Understanding of
biochemistry, degradation pathways, and general approaches for
antigen stabilization* Experience with biophysical techniques and
ability to apply them for characterization and problem-solving
during vaccine formulations development* Experience in
lyophilization, emulsion/micellar/particulate formulations* Ability
to independently contribute from the bench* Ability to coach, train
and lead others in the design, execution and interpretation of
experiments to drive the definition and optimization of
formulations* Good oral and written communication skillsInformation
about Zoetis:Zoetis is a global animal health company dedicated to
supporting customers and their businesses. Building on 60 years of
experience, we deliver quality medicines, biopharmaceuticals and
vaccines, complemented by diagnostic products and genetic tests and
supported by a range of services. We are working every day to
better understand and address the real-world challenges faced by
those who raise and care for animals in ways they find truly
relevant.Zoetis discovers, develops and manufactures a diverse
portfolio of animal health medicines, biopharmaceuticals and
vaccines designed to meet the real-world needs of veterinarians and
the livestock farmers and companion animal owners they support. We
are currently seeking to fill new positions to support our growing
biopharmaceutical portfolio.Full timeRegularColleagueAny
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.
Keywords: Zoetis, Inc, Kalamazoo , Biologics Formulation Scientist, Other , Kalamazoo, Michigan
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