Quality Control Analyst (Immunoassays)

at  Zoetis

POSITION SUMMARY

Initially, this position will focus on providing support to the Immunology Team Leader for the transition of immunoassays. As the transition is completed, this position will take on responsibility for all the routine immunoassays including method validation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in science or a relevant scientific discipline (Pharmaceutical Science, Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/veterinary pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry with notable exposure to GMP, GLP, and Immunoassays.
• Practical experience with veterinary antigen and vaccine potency tests is highly regarded.
• Understanding of the USP, BP & EP pharmacopoeias.
• The successful applicant will need to be Covid 19 X 2 vaccinated and be prepared to have tetanus vaccination due to workplace conditions.
• Given the role responsibilities the incumbent is required to work on site every day.

• Perform immunoassays including antigen and vaccine potency assays (ELISA, flocculation, agglutination assays, etc.)
• Update specifications and test records as required
• Participate in additional product testing, such as stability samples as required
• Assist in tech transfer of immunoassays
• Write tech transfer protocol and report
• Ensure efficient, precise, and accurate reporting of test results in LIMS.
• Supporting laboratory-based projects
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping
• Participate in laboratory investigations for out of specification results, deviations, and non-conformances
• Support analyst training as required.
• Maintain laboratory quality standards by ensuring a high standard of work conducted at all times.
• Assist with preparing, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures and Procedures and forms for Testing.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are maintained/prepared in accordance with approved procedures.
• Adhere to GMP and GLP principles
• Adhere to all safety precautions