Pharmaceutical Quality Control Chemist Jobs in Nebraska

Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.

At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

$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

Perform analytical testing on raw materials, finished pharmaceutical, and biological products in accordance with established test procedures. Utilize analytical instrumentation, Computer Data Acquisition Systems (CDAS), and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to ensure accurate and reliable data collection. Maintain strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs), Company Quality Standards, and FDA/EU regulatory guidelines.

Adhere to testing schedules to manage a high volume of critical work while upholding the integrity of results. Follow all policies and procedures related to the handling of DEA-controlled substances, reference standards, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Communicate effectively with lead analysts and team members to support collaborative and efficient laboratory operations.

Hours: 1st Shift. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

Under close supervision, the Quality Control Analyst will perform routine laboratory procedures using basic analytical skills in compliance with specifications in all Standard Operating Procedures and Standard Test Procedures used to support testing of raw materials, in-process and finished pharmaceutical and biological animal health products. Basis skills may include the following.

• Reagent Preparation
• Chemical Identification
• pH
• Water Determination
• Titrations
• AA and UV/Vis
• HPLC
• GC
• Analysis and Calculation of Results

Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), CGMPs, Company Quality Standards and FDA/EU Guidelines.

Adhere to testing schedules to accomplish a high volume of critical work without compromising the integrity of the results. Communicate effectively with lead analysts and colleagues.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Two years associate degree in chemistry or related science field
• One to two years of relevant experience with relevant science-based college courses.
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry
• Competent use of Window-based applications, specifically Empower, SAP, LIMS, and Excel

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

Experience in analytical chemistry testing laboratory performing wet chemistry and instrumentation including HPLC, GC, AA, UV/Vis, and general wet chemistry experience preferred. Excellent Organization, Verbal, and Written Communication skills.

Physical Position Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds routinely, exposure to temperature.
• Withstand long periods of standing.
• Manual dexterity using hands and fingers.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision work.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Able to work flexible hours, work weekend and overtime.

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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.