Zoetis, Inc is hiring: Cleaning Validation Analyst in Lincoln

Benefits

• 500 Sign on Bonus
• 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) match with company profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program.
• Great health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

The Cleaning Validation Analyst is responsible for sampling and testing activities that support the cleaning validation program for the pharmaceutical and biological operational areas at the Lincoln manufacturing site. Primary responsibilities include the physical collection of samples from manufacturing equipment and analytical chemistry testing utilizing High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS), UV/Vis, and Total Organic Carbon (TOC) instrumentation. Additional responsibilities include writing task reports, developing protocols, and assisting with other administrative and documentation activities such as database entry, SOP updates, and investigation reports.

Hours: 1st shift. Overtime and weekends may be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Obtain samples from manufacturing equipment as outlined in Cleaning Validation protocols.
• Preparation and analysis of samples using HPLC, AA, UV/Vis, and TOC according to Standard Test Procedures
• Documentation of laboratory results and data review utilizing Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Maintain cGMP compliance with department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Zoetis Quality Standards, and 21CFR, EU and other regulatory guidelines.
• Assist with the development of cleaning validation protocols and write validation task reports.
• Assist with scheduling and other administration duties such as database maintenance, SOP updates, and investigation reports.
• Assist with analytical method validation.

Education and Experience

• Minimum Qualifications: 2 or 4-year degree/certificate in a science-based field with analytical laboratory experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field with knowledge or direct experience using HPLC, AA, TOC, and UV/Vis instrumentation.

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

Minimum Technical Skills/Competencies:

• Physical ability to collect samples from manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to perform analytical chemistry assays following Standard Test Procedures
• Familiarity of cGMPs and cGLPs
• Verbal and written communication skills (fluent in English)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail.

Preferred Technical Skills/Competencies:

• Prior analytical laboratory experience with proficiency using HPLC, AA, TOC, and UV/Vis instrumentation.
• Experience with Waters Empower Chromatography Data System
• Functional knowledge of FDA/EU guidelines as they relate to cleaning validation.
• Technical writing skills
• Ability to establish appropriate timelines to meet key milestones with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

Physical Position Requirements

• This position requires general mobility when collecting samples which may include reaching overhead, squatting, and occasional use of a step ladder.
• Ability to lift materials up to 15 lbs.
• Occasional off-shift and weekend hours

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

Zoetis is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and provide accommodations as required by law. Applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US. Zoetis will not solicit or require personal financial investments related to employment. For accommodations or questions, please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com.