Role Description
The Parasitology Research Team is seeking a highly skilled and experience Ectoparasite Technical Specialist to lead and manage the in vitro ectoparasite assays, including establishment, optimization, and data management. This individual will also execute in vivo studies across species, including, but not limited to, rodents, dogs, cats, and livestock.
The successful candidate is expected to:
- work with various external (fleas, ticks and mosquitoes) and internal (worms) parasites from large and small animals.
- design, develop, and execute in vitro ectoparasite assays.
- assist in the day-to-day management of parasite colonies including developing, writing and maintaining Animal Use Protocols.
- assist in refining existing models or develop novel parasite models to facilitate project progression.
- ensure approval by internal and external review bodies, including IACUC, for planned studies.
- organize the study set-up in collaboration with appropriate internal and external counterparts.
- act as an investigator or monitor on planned studies.
- assist with drafting study design, protocols, and final study reports.
- independently assess challenges and prepare complex decisions with innovative solutions.
- perform data validation and prepare data for analysis.
- experience with electronic data capture systems or have a keen interest in learning to work with these systems.
- train and supervise junior staff, technicians, and interns in ectoparasite assay techniques.
- participate in project team meetings.
- present data internally within the team and across lines.
- work independently and as part of a team.
Apart from the study-specific responsibilities and depending on the level of experience, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- take increasing responsibilities in the management of the study portfolio of the Parasitology Research team.
- take increasing responsibilities in specific research projects.
- act as a subject matter expert and provide input in relevant project team discussions.
- represent the vision of the Parasitology Research team in internal and external discussions.
- prepare manuscripts for publication in international scientific journals, presentations for external meetings and documents supporting regulatory submissions globally.
- participate in and/or lead multi-functional teams within and across disciplines that include representation from Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Formulation, Safety Sciences and Analytics, and Marketing.
- work with R&D leadership team(s) to implement best practices leading to increased efficiencies.
Education and Experience
The successful candidate will have the following degrees and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- At least one year of hands-on experience working with ectoparasites in a laboratory setting.
- Experience working with animals in a veterinary research setting.
- An understanding of veterinary drug development and experience working in an industry environment is considered as a plus.
Technical Abilities:
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Attention to detail.
- Strong ability to organize, plan, and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to work on different concurrent studies and projects.
- Ability to give day-to-day directions to study participants and team members.
- Ability to generate and drive team results.
- Excellent presentation and writing skills.
- Strong team player.
- Professional and mature listening and communication skills.
- Interpersonal and multi-cultural savvy, as demonstrated by the ability to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong awareness around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
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