Immunoassay Scientist Lead – Veterinary Diagnostics

Antech Diagnostics; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics in Rockville, MD, seeks a Scientist to design, optimize, and validate immunoassays for veterinary diagnostics. You will oversee data analysis, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to translate discoveries into manufacturing-ready processes.

The role requires strong background in immunoassay development, molecular biology techniques, and experience with data-driven problem solving. USDA licensing support and QC testing are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, veterinary science or related field + 4 years of experience or PhD with 0–2 years of experience.
• Experience with analytical skills in experimental design and statistical data analysis.
• Knowledge of diagnostic immunoassay development and protein purification is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, validate, and optimize immunoassays for veterinary diagnostics.
• Analyze data and communicate results to cross-functional teams.
• Provide leadership and coordinate tasks across team members.
• Lead tech transfers of products from laboratories to manufacturing.
• Author protocols, reports, and SOPs for process changes.
• Investigate deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support USDA licensing studies and related regulatory activities.
• Perform QC testing of biological components and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Experimental design

Immunoassay development

Protein purification

Bioconjugations

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry/veterinary science

PhD in related field (optional)

Tools

HPLC

Job description

Antech Diagnostics in Rockville, MD, seeks a Scientist to design, optimize, and validate immunoassays for veterinary diagnostics. You will oversee data analysis, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to translate discoveries into manufacturing-ready processes.

The role requires strong background in immunoassay development, molecular biology techniques, and experience with data-driven problem solving. USDA licensing support and QC testing are part of the responsibilities.