Veterinary Clinical Research Associate

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Veterinary Clinical Research Associate will report under Global Biologics Research and focus on companion animal (dog/cat) and equine biologics research. Candidate will be a member of the clinical team, which design and implement studies to test the safety and efficacy of animal biological products.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant embodies Zoetis' Core Beliefs: Our Colleagues Make The Difference, Always Do The Right Thing, Customer Obsessed, Run It Like You Own It, and We Are One Zoetis.

It is an essential function of this role to have a site-based presence at Zoetis facilities. Within Global Biologics, the candidate will be assigned to one or more Project Teams and will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• As a member of the clinical team, assist with, coordinate, or lead the coordination of all study activities, including start up, Investigator training, conduct, site monitoring and close out.
• These may include, but are not limited to:
• Assist in, or coordinate, the preparation of study protocols, amendments, deviations, data capture forms, electronic data capture systems, test substance documentation and study reports
• Collaborate with multiple internal partner groups to plan, coordinate, conduct, analyze, and report studies
• Participate and coordinate in-life activities, such as vaccination.
• Conduct training of Investigators and other study site personnel
• Serve as the principal communication link between the Sponsor and study sites
• Maintain study files in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
• Assist in, or coordinate, data management processes including paper and electronic data capture, entry, review, tracking and verification utilizing electronic tools and centralized data management systems.
• Provide clinical updates to project teams and sub-teams
• Assist with or coordinate animal related study activities (i.e. clinical sampling, test material administration and clinical observations). May include minimal animal handling.
• Travel: approximately 10-20% on an annual basis. Variable, depending upon project status.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years' experience in companion animal medicine, livestock industry, a biological science area, a veterinary technician position, or research experience in an academic institution or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to work both as a member of a team and independently in a self-directed and self-motivated manner.
• Excellent skills in the following competencies:

  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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