Scientist​/Senior Scientist

Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD) is seeking an enthusiastic colleague for a challenging and fast‑paced position in Biologics Product Development in Lincoln, Nebraska. The incumbent is responsible for the design and execution of vaccine formulation and delivery strategies for different antigen types (peptide, protein, nucleotides, viral, bacterial etc.). The scientist in this position is also responsible for working collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams, authoring technical documents, leading and supporting organizational initiatives, and assessing new capabilities and technologies.

The selected individual is expected to have knowledge of immune pathways, molecular biology, and formulation approaches used for vaccine products and will lead a team of vaccine formulation scientists.

• Design vaccine delivery approaches to attain desired immune response, based on biology of disease and intervention approaches
• Design and conduct studies to characterize molecular and biophysical properties of various types of antigens (peptides, proteins, nucleotides, viral, bacterial etc.)
• Design and development of parenteral biologic formulations (solutions, emulsions, lyophilized products, and other dosage forms)
• Develop and optimize lyophilization‑cycle
• Develop and prepare vaccines for clinical studies
• Work with cross‑functional, co‑dev and project teams (internal and external) to execute plans and deliverables
• Keep abreast of relevant new technologies & regulatory expectations/requirements
• Ensure work activities are aligned with relevant Quality and EHS requirements

• M.S. with 5+ years of relevant experience, OR Ph.D. with 3+ years of experience in academia, biotechnology, or the pharmaceutical industry
• Degree in Immunology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Drug Product Development, or a related field
• Research focus on adjuvant research, formulation, and delivery aspects of vaccines or immunotherapeutics

• Experience with various types of vaccine antigens and adjuvant systems
• Advanced knowledge of drug delivery systems for biologicals
• Hands on experience with emulsion formulation development
• Experience in development of mRNA‑based vaccines
• Experience in parenteral formulation development for biologics and lyophilization techniques
• Understanding of biochemistry, degradation pathways, and general approaches for antigen and protein stabilization
• Experience with biophysical techniques and ability to apply them for characterization and problem‑solving during vaccine formulation development
• Ability to independently contribute from the bench
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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 zoeti 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.