Team Leader – Animal Care

Zoetis

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Lead and train qc animal testing team
Execute safety and potency testing
Review qc test records for compliance
** Zoetis is seeking a Team Leader for their Animal Care Quality Control operations, responsible for overseeing safety and potency testing, staff training, and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal care, quality control, and teamwork, with a focus on continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. **

Job Summary

  • The Team Leader oversees the daily operations of Biologics QC Animal Test functions, ensuring timely product release through effective scheduling and resource coordination.
  • This role requires authoring and reviewing Standard Methods, SOPs, and Animal Usage Protocols to maintain strict alignment with IACUC guidelines and regulatory expectations.
  • Candidates must possess strong communication skills to convey technical information clearly while applying Lean/Lean Six Sigma tools to drive root-cause analysis and issue resolution.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Zoetis is seeking a Team Leader for their Animal Care Quality Control operations, responsible for overseeing safety and potency testing, staff training, and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal care, quality control, and teamwork, with a focus on continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead and train QC animal testing team
  • Execute safety and potency testing
  • Review QC test records for compliance
  • Manage departmental budget and forecasting
  • Apply Lean Six Sigma tools

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex problems
  • Collaborative partnership with cross-functional teams

Key Requirements

  • BA/BS degree with 2-4 years experience OR MBA/MS with 0-2 years OR 8 years relevant experience
  • Understanding of USDA and EU regulatory guidelines
  • Knowledge of Animal Welfare guidelines and 9 CFR regulations
  • Authorization to work in the US required

Work Rights

Must have authorization to work in the US

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