Senior Associate Scientist, Biologics Formulation

Role Description

Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD) is seeking a formulation scientist at Senior Associate Scientist level in Biologics Product Development.

The incumbent is responsible for supporting formulation development activities (design and execution of pre-formulation, formulation development studies, manufacture of clinical supplies, and evaluation of formulation stability) for biological substrates. The candidate in this position is also responsible for working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams (analytical, bioprocess, clinical) and support multiple projects in formulation development. The selected individual is expected to have a basic understanding of biochemistry, injectable formulations and stabilization approaches for biologics.

The responsibilities for this role will include but not limited to:

• Design, conduct and interpret data from pre-formulation screening and formulation development experiments. Plan work based on specific objectives. Prioritize tasks; keep management/team informed of progress and adjust work accordingly. Display an understanding of project goals.
• Design and conduct studies to characterize molecular and biophysical properties of peptides, proteins, monoclonal antibodies and other large molecules
• Design and development of parenteral biologic formulations (solutions, lyophilized products, and other dosage forms)
• Manufacture and supply formulations/drug product to non-pivotal and pivotal clinical studies
• Collaborate with and support formulation team and project teams for successful completion of formulation development, stability studies and manufacture of clinical supplies.
• Record experiments and data appropriately and author technical reports
• Keep abreast of relevant new technologies & regulatory expectations/requirements
• Ensure work activities are aligned with relevant Quality, Regulatory and EHS requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. (with 3-6 years experience) or M.S (with 0-5years experience) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics or Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related field with experience in formulation development or manufacturing of drug products for biologics.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of parenteral formulation development for biologics
• Knowledge or working experience in protein chemistry, degradation pathways, and general approaches for stabilization
• Ability to independently contribute from the bench
• Ability to design and execute formulation optimization and data analysis/interpretation
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Must be highly motivated. Able to take directions and work simultaneously on multiple projects is essential.

Information 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.

Any 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.