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The Manager – Companion Animals Global On-market Clinical Studies & Outcomes Research will serve as a key research and subject matter expert for the Zoetis Pet Care business globally. This scientist will plan and execute research studies that demonstrate the technical, emotional, and economic value of Zoetis products and services for companion animal customers worldwide.
The role will ensure alignment of research with the Global Pet Care Strategy and foster close collaboration with regional colleagues, Technical Services, Marketing, Veterinary Medical Research & Development (VMRD), Regulatory Affairs, Global Medical Portfolio Support (GMPS) and Global Portfolio Marketing (GPM).
Research will be conducted in partnership with global customers (veterinary partners and pet owners), contract research organizations, universities, and internal facilities. The focus will be on product performance, differentiation, and delivering customer value across diverse markets.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute clinical studies and outcomes research strategies that support the objectives of multiple Companion Animals brands across markets.
- Design and implement pharmacoeconomic and outcomes research models to quantify the value proposition of Zoetis Companion Animals products globally.
- Work with regional teams, Marketing, Technical Services, GMPS and GPM to ensure alignment of research with customer and market needs.
- Support global lifecycle planning, ensuring Phase 4/OR principles are integrated into product development and post-launch strategies.
- Publish and present research outputs internally (Sales, Marketing, Technical Services, Global teams) and externally (customers, industry meetings, publications).
- Ensure dissemination of research results across markets, facilitating knowledge transfer and synergies.
- Engage with global Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), universities, and contract research organizations to expand the scientific evidence base.
Education and Experience:
- PhD, DVM, or MS in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Outcomes Research, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related quantitative field; companion animal focus strongly preferred
- Advanced training in epidemiology and biostatistics (e.g., causal inference, longitudinal/mixed models, survival analysis) is strongly preferred
- Proven track record designing and executing outcomes and real world evidence studies in companion animals (e.g., comparative effectiveness, PRO/HRQoL, adherence, utilization), including economic analyses and decision modeling
- 5+ years of relevant experience in companion animal health or outcomes research, ideally with multi market or global exposure and collaboration with clinics, referral centers, or practice networks
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific and economic findings into clear, customer focused insights for veterinarians, practice owners, payers/insurers, and internal stakeholders
- Strong oral and written communication skills with experience presenting to diverse audiences (clinical, medical, commercial, regulatory), including publication and conference presentations
- Experience working with companion animal data sources (EMR/PIMS, insurance claims, registries), data quality assessment, and privacy/ethics compliance preferred
- Proficiency in study design, principles of statistical analysis and reproducible analytics; familiarity with survey design and patient (owner) reported outcomes is a plus
- Proven expertise in scientific writing, including the ability to synthesize complex information and collaborate on the development of research papers, protocols, and project summaries.
- Proven cross functional collaboration with Medical/VMRD, Commercial, and Regulatory teams to align evidence with value messages and decision needs.
Technical Skills Requirements:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) for executive-ready deliverables and data summaries
- Broad knowledge of companion animal health across species (canine, feline), clinical practice workflows (general practice vs referral), and prevalent conditions impacting outcomes and quality of life
- Statistical analysis expertise (R, Python, SAS, or other softwares) strongly preferred, including design and analysis of observational studies and pragmatic trials
- Health economics and outcomes research methods (cost effectiveness/budget impact modeling, PRO/HRQoL measurement, utility elicitation, causal inference) with application to companion animal contexts
- Experience with companion animal data sources (PIMS/EMR from veterinary practices, insurance claims, registries) and data engineering basics for cohort building and data quality assessment
- Advanced modeling skills: generalized linear/mixed models, survival/time to event analyses, longitudinal/clustered data methods (e.g., mixed effects), and sensitivity analyses
- Data visualization and communication: ability to build clear, persuasive charts/dashboards (e.g., ggplot, matplotlib, Power BI/Tableau) and translate statistical results for clinical and business audiences
- Reproducible analytics and governance: version control, documentation and audit ready outputs; familiarity with privacy/ethical standards for veterinary data.
Physical Position Requirements:
- Ability to work effectively in a global, matrixed environment across functions and geographies
- Flexibility to manage research projects with variable timelines and regional needs
- International travel (20–30%, variable)
- Ability to work in a home office environment with reliable high speed internet and a confidential workspace suitable for handling sensitive data
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,000.00 - $148,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation.
This position is also eligible for long-term incentives.
In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.
Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.
Full time
Regular
Colleague
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn, including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com, please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications.
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 zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com 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. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
Role Description:
The Manager – Companion Animals Global On-market Clinical Studies & Outcomes Research will serve as a key research and subject matter expert for the Zoetis Pet Care business globally. This scientist will plan and execute research studies that demonstrate the technical, emotional, and economic value of Zoetis products and services for companion animal customers worldwide.
The role will ensure alignment of research with the Global Pet Care Strategy and foster close collaboration with regional colleagues, Technical Services, Marketing, Veterinary Medical Research & Development (VMRD), Regulatory Affairs, Global Medical Portfolio Support (GMPS) and Global Portfolio Marketing (GPM).
Research will be conducted in partnership with global customers (veterinary partners and pet owners), contract research organizations, universities, and internal facilities. The focus will be on product performance, differentiation, and delivering customer value across diverse markets.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute clinical studies and outcomes research strategies that support the objectives of multiple Companion Animals brands across markets.
- Design and implement pharmacoeconomic and outcomes research models to quantify the value proposition of Zoetis Companion Animals products globally.
- Work with regional teams, Marketing, Technical Services, GMPS and GPM to ensure alignment of research with customer and market needs.
- Support global lifecycle planning, ensuring Phase 4/OR principles are integrated into product development and post-launch strategies.
- Publish and present research outputs internally (Sales, Marketing, Technical Services, Global teams) and externally (customers, industry meetings, publications).
- Ensure dissemination of research results across markets, facilitating knowledge transfer and synergies.
- Engage with global Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), universities, and contract research organizations to expand the scientific evidence base.
Education and Experience:
- PhD, DVM, or MS in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Outcomes Research, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related quantitative field; companion animal focus strongly preferred
- Advanced training in epidemiology and biostatistics (e.g., causal inference, longitudinal/mixed models, survival analysis) is strongly preferred
- Proven track record designing and executing outcomes and real world evidence studies in companion animals (e.g., comparative effectiveness, PRO/HRQoL, adherence, utilization), including economic analyses and decision modeling
- 5+ years of relevant experience in companion animal health or outcomes research, ideally with multi market or global exposure and collaboration with clinics, referral centers, or practice networks
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific and economic findings into clear, customer focused insights for veterinarians, practice owners, payers/insurers, and internal stakeholders
- Strong oral and written communication skills with experience presenting to diverse audiences (clinical, medical, commercial, regulatory), including publication and conference presentations
- Experience working with companion animal data sources (EMR/PIMS, insurance claims, registries), data quality assessment, and privacy/ethics compliance preferred
- Proficiency in study design, principles of statistical analysis and reproducible analytics; familiarity with survey design and patient (owner) reported outcomes is a plus
- Proven expertise in scientific writing, including the ability to synthesize complex information and collaborate on the development of research papers, protocols, and project summaries.
- Proven cross functional collaboration with Medical/VMRD, Commercial, and Regulatory teams to align evidence with value messages and decision needs.
Technical Skills Requirements:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) for executive-ready deliverables and data summaries
- Broad knowledge of companion animal health across species (canine, feline), clinical practice workflows (general practice vs referral), and prevalent conditions impacting outcomes and quality of life
- Statistical analysis expertise (R, Python, SAS, or other softwares) strongly preferred, including design and analysis of observational studies and pragmatic trials
- Health economics and outcomes research methods (cost effectiveness/budget impact modeling, PRO/HRQoL measurement, utility elicitation, causal inference) with application to companion animal contexts
- Experience with companion animal data sources (PIMS/EMR from veterinary practices, insurance claims, registries) and data engineering basics for cohort building and data quality assessment
- Advanced modeling skills: generalized linear/mixed models, survival/time to event analyses, longitudinal/clustered data methods (e.g., mixed effects), and sensitivity analyses
- Data visualization and communication: ability to build clear, persuasive charts/dashboards (e.g., ggplot, matplotlib, Power BI/Tableau) and translate statistical results for clinical and business audiences
- Reproducible analytics and governance: version control, documentation and audit ready outputs; familiarity with privacy/ethical standards for veterinary data.
Physical Position Requirements:
- Ability to work effectively in a global, matrixed environment across functions and geographies
- Flexibility to manage research projects with variable timelines and regional needs
- International travel (20–30%, variable)
- Ability to work in a home office environment with reliable high speed internet and a confidential workspace suitable for handling sensitive data
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,000.00 - $148,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation.
This position is also eligible for long-term incentives.
In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.
Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.
Full time
Regular
Colleague
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn, including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com, please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications.
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 zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com 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. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Your Australian engineering degree needs to map directly to the research role, not just engineering broadly. A three-year bachelor's is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but document that equivalency with transcripts and a credential evaluation before interviewing.
Target employers with active research divisions
Focus on companies, national labs, and universities that run funded R&D programs. These employers already understand specialty occupation requirements and are structured to file LCAs through DOL, which reduces friction during the offer stage.
Clarify the LCA timeline before accepting an offer
Some employers don't realize LCA certification typically takes seven business days through DOL before your visa application can proceed. Raise this early so the hiring team builds it into their onboarding timeline and isn't caught off guard.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This keeps the process on track and reduces the chance of delays caused by documentation errors on the employer's side.
Address dual-intent questions directly at your interview
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers will probe for immigrant intent. If you're applying for a research role with green card potential, prepare a clear, honest explanation of your current nonimmigrant intentions without volunteering information about long-term plans.
Confirm your employer is registered for E-Verify if required
If your research role is at a federal contractor or a university that participates in E-Verify, confirm enrollment before your start date. Gaps in E-Verify compliance can delay your work authorization activation even after your visa is issued.
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Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Research Engineer roles by employers who have actively sponsored E-3 or H-1B visas, so you're not wasting time on listings where sponsorship is unlikely. Standard job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship history, which makes the search significantly harder without a dedicated tool.
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Does a Research Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. Research Engineer positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, materials science, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition. The key is that the job description must state a degree requirement, not just a preference. Roles where a general degree in any field is accepted can create problems at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Research Engineer roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian nationals and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no waiting period tied to fiscal year cycles. H-1B requires surviving a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For Research Engineers who qualify as Australian citizens, the E-3 is a straightforward path that can start any time of year, without the uncertainty of an H-1B lottery round.
Can I change employers or research projects on an E-3 visa?
You can change employers, but the process restarts from the beginning. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need to attend a new consular interview before starting work. You can't simply transfer your existing E-3 to a new company. If you're between roles, you're generally expected to maintain lawful status, so timing the transition carefully matters.