Scientist

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Basic Life Insurance

Supplemental Life

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Parental Leave

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Assistance Program

Pet Care Discounts

Job summary

Antech Diagnostics is seeking a Scientist to design, validate and optimize immunoassays for veterinary diagnostic testing. You will lead a team, analyze data, and collaborate across departments to transfer technology into manufacturing.

The role requires strong molecular biology skills, immunoassay experience, and the ability to communicate complex results clearly. A Bachelor's with experience or a PhD with related work is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, veterinary science or similar field with 4+ years of relevant experience, or PhD with 0–2 years in related field.
• Experience applying analytical skills in experimental design and statistical data analysis.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques including bioconjugations and immunoassay development.
• Ability to communicate scientific information effectively to team members and stakeholders.
• Understanding of veterinary diagnostics and testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, optimize, and validate immunoassays for veterinary diagnostic testing.
• Lead and mentor lower-level team staff; translate goals into actionable development plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support technology transfer to manufacturing.
• Author protocols, study reports, and SOPs; document process changes/optimizations.
• Perform QC testing of biological and critical components; investigate deviations and root causes.

Skills

Immunoassay development

Bioconjugations

Molecular biology techniques

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in biology, chemistry, veterinary science or similar field

PhD in directly related field

Tools

HPLC

Job description

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

Job Purpose/Overview

The Target Pay Range for this position is $88,000 - $110,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

The Scientist will be responsible for the design, execution, optimization, and validation of immunoassays for use in veterinary diagnostic testing. This position requires a solid foundation of technical skills and the ability to analyze data, solve problems, and support cross-functional efforts including technology transfer into manufacturing. This role will also oversee the incoming biological material screening and QC testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidate will work with our Veterinary Diagnostics Team in its efforts to develop and validate new diagnostic products. Job duties will include collaboration with other Antech departments, assisting with the communication of project progress to corporate partners, and, after being well-established in the job, mentoring and providing technical directions to Research Assistants.

• Responsible for developing and validating diagnostic tests.
• Provides input with experimental designs and processes to ensure compliance and high-quality output.
• Provides thorough analyses of data and effectively communicates results to the team.
• Provides leadership and management to lower-level team staff, translating business goals into actionable development plans and assigning tasks and projects to qualified team members.
• Provide technical assistance within product development core teams acting as a technical lead on project teams.
• Support tech transfers of products from Laboratories to manufacturing.
• Author protocols, study reports, SOPs and other documents in support of process changes/optimization.
• Perform complex troubleshooting to assess and correct product malfunctions.
• Investigate process deviations and conduct root‑cause analysis for implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitate USDA licensing process and perform the studies required for USDA licensing process.
• Perform quality control activities, including QC documents, QC testing, and incoming QC testing of biological and critical components.
• Participates on special projects and assignments as assigned and/ or required.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s in biology, chemistry, veterinary science or similar field and four (4) years prior experience or PhD in directly related field and 0 – two (2) years’ prior experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience applying analytical skills in experimental design and knowledge of statistical data analysis. Experience with molecular biology techniques, including bioconjugations, immunoassay development and protein purification (HPLC experience is a plus). Effective written and oral communication skills; ability to effectively “translate” scientific and technical information to others. An understanding of veterinary diagnostics, testing and/or care practices is not a requirement, but is preferred.

Working Conditions

The associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding. The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate frequently required to hear and speak in order to use the telephone, make presentations and communicate the people in an office environment. The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including the use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to inexistence. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, data base management, email, and the Internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams. Laboratory personnel will be trained to work in Biosafety Level 2 laboratory settings and are required to follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements. Lab process equipment may include analyzing and testing tools and the usage of chemicals and reagents. Lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds and process monitoring via visual inspection.

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Benefits

Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)
• Basic Life (Company Paid)
• & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Life Assistance Program
• Pet Care Discounts

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

For over 30 years, Antech Diagnostics has been the hallmark of the veterinary industry providing the highest level of service, accurate results, and state-of-the-art technology.

At the heart of Antech is our love for pets. Join our team of experts committed to providing the very best in diagnostic services.