MSD Scientist 

New Zealand, Wellington, Wellington 

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Job Description

Scientist

• Are you looking for a different challenge as a Scientist whereby you can still utilise your skills?
• Are you inspired by leading edge vaccines for animal and livestock welfare?
• 16-month Fixed Term contract (End Date: December 2025) with competitive renumeration
• Upskill and growth in an area your passionate about , whilst being fully supported and encouraged
• Based in Upper Hutt, New Zealand
• Join a trusted Global leading Animal Health organisation
• Graduates also welcome to apply!

The primary responsibility of the BTS Scientist is to support BTS laboratory functions including preparation and testing of biomaterials and reagents for QC testing, support in method transfers, document support, planning and coordinating own workload and contributing to ensuring the smooth running of their area to meet schedules for release of final and intermediate products.

The function of the BTS Scientist at BTS Upper Hutt falls within the Animal Health Science and Technology department which is part of the manufacturing division.

Responsibilities include, however not limited to:

• Preparation, purification and analysis of reagents, biomaterials for QC and research usage.
• Design and implement studies to improve yields and measurement of products
• Planning and execution of technology transfer of testing methods.
• Planning and organizing work to meet testing schedules.
• Provide support to other functions which may include testing, as required.

Accurately record all test data / observations by:

• Documenting all tasks appropriately in accordance with Good Documentation Practice.
• Peer reviewing work of other team members on procedures in which they are trained.

What You Must have

• Science degree preferably in biological science such as microbiology, immunology, biochemistry
• Competency in Mathematics and English (written and oral)
• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or food preparation facility preferable
• Understanding of process improvement and design of experiment.
• Computer Skills: MS Office suite

What You Can Expect

• Work autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global leading Animal Health organisation.
• To be a critical thinker and problem solver
• Flexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsets
• Joining acollaborativeteam oflikeminded individuals

Current Contingent Workers apply

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Not Applicable

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